Deu 31:15 | TNotes | STEP | 31:15 Since God is spirit, he cannot be seen unless he chooses to manifest his glory physically. The pillar of cloud was such a manifestation, sometimes called a theophany (see study note on 1:33). When the pillar appeared, those who saw it recognized in it the presence of God (see Exod 33:9 ; Num 12:5 ).

bExod 33:9►

cNum 12:5►

‏ Deuteronomy 31:15

31:15 ^a Since God is spirit, he cannot be seen unless he chooses to manifest his glory physically. The pillar of cloud was such a manifestation, sometimes called a theophany (see study note on 1:33). When the pillar appeared, those who saw it recognized in it the presence of God (see Exod 33:9 ^b; Num 12:5 ^c).