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I. Experiences of the older generation in the wilderness chs. 1--25 >
B. The rebellion and judgment of the unbelieving generation chs. 11-25 >
1. The cycle of rebellion, atonement, and death chs. 11-20 >
The failure of the first generation chs. 13-14 >
Moses' intercession for the people 14:13-19
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Moses interceded again much as he had done at Sinai (cf. Exod. 32:11-13). Moses based his appeal on God's reputation among the Egyptians (vv. 13-14) and the other nations (vv. 15-16). He also cited God's promise that He would be patient (vv. 17-18) and His past loyal love to Israel (v. 19). Moses' words proved effective (v. 20).
