Drink Quote by Bible
“Wherefore the people did chide with Moses, and said, Give us water that we may drink. And Moses said unto them, Why chide ye with me? wherefore do ye tempt the LORD? / And the people thirsted there for water; and the people murmured against Moses, and said, Wherefore is this that thou hast brought us up out of Egypt, to kill us and our children and our cattle with thirst? / And Moses cried unto the LORD, saying, What shall I do unto this people? they be almost ready to stone me.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Exodus, Chapter 2, Bible
The people complain about lack of water, questioning Moses' leadership and God's provision, while Moses feels pressured and fearful of their anger.
In simple terms: People grumble about scarcity and doubt leadership.
Key Takeaway
Address needs compassionately and trust in higher guidance.
Themes
faith
leadership
trust
complaint
Mood
frustrated
hopeful
Type
scriptural
historical
When to use this quote
- desert journey
- leadership crisis
- community dissent
- resource scarcity
Key Concepts
miracle
provision
human frailty
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you respond when faced with collective doubt?
- What role does faith play in crisis management?
A Different Perspective
The narrative reflects a specific historical context and may not directly apply to modern situations.
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