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Massa (II)

II. MASSA, or Massah, a Hebrew Word that signifies Temptation. This Name was given to the Encampment of the Hebrews at Rephidim, when the People wanting Water began to murmur against Moses, and to tempt the Lord, as if they had doubted of his Presence among them.

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