Exodus 17:2 meaning and explanation

So the people contended with Moses, “Give us water to drink.” “Why do you contend with me?” Moses replied. “Why do you test the LORD?”

Exodus 17:2, Berean Standard Bible

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The Israelites are camped at Rephidim in the wilderness, having left Egypt but not yet reached Sinai. With no water, the whole congregation turns on Moses and demands a drink.

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