Exo 34:9 | MHM | STEP | v. 9 : Moses prays and asks God to go with the people, forgive their sins, and make them His special inheritance ( v. 9 ). Even though the people are stubborn, Moses says they need God’s presence even more. He asks God to show mercy, not only to them but also to their descendants, and to keep Israel as His chosen people.

‏ Exodus 34:9

v. 9: Moses prays and asks God to go with the people, forgive their sins, and make them His special inheritance (v. 9 ^a). Even though the people are stubborn, Moses says they need God’s presence even more. He asks God to show mercy, not only to them but also to their descendants, and to keep Israel as His chosen people.