What Israel Saw When the Glory Became Fire on Sinai

Targum Pseudo-Jonathan on Exodus 24:17

Curated by Arthur·Told by Maggid·April 20, 2026

And the appearance of the splendour of the glory of the Lord was as burning fire with flashes of devouring fire; and the sons of Israel beheld and were awe-struck.

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Exodus 24:17

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