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| | Patriarchs and Prophets - Chapter 35 - The Rebellion of Korah |
 | | Korah and his fellow conspirators were men who had been favored with special manifestations of God's power and greatness. |
 | | The multitudes followed, and before delivering his message, Moses, by divine direction, bade the people, "Depart, I pray you, from the tents of these wicked men, and touch nothing of theirs, lest ye be consumed in all their sins." The warning was obeyed, for an apprehension of impending judgment rested upon all. |
 | | Pride and ambition are widespread; and when these are cherished, they open the door to envy, and a striving for supremacy; the soul is alienated from God, and unconsciously drawn into the ranks of Satan. |
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