Topic > Essay on the Book of Numbers - 1083

What those people experienced was something similar to what the Jew mentioned in his prayer: “Though the fig tree does not blossom, and there is no fruit on the vines; even if the produce of the olive trees fails and the fields do not yield food; even if the flock is cut off from the fold and there are no herds in the stables, yet I will rejoice in the Lord; I will rejoice in you, God of my salvation." What he means in these lines is that people should be able to not only enjoy God and His presence when they are “full” or satisfied, but also when they are “empty” and facing difficulties. True people of faith will have the courage to praise God despite hard times and heartaches. Although the Jew claimed to be aware of the difficulties ahead, he said that he would remain on God's side and that his faith would help him overcome them. On the other hand, what the Jew really wanted was for God to not only speak of his works but “to revive it; in our times make it known." He asks God to renew what he has done so that it can be seen in the eyes of the world. What underlines the awakening is also the choice of departments. For example, "O" Lord: The "O" is a symbol of an intense feeling. And the repetition of “Lord” highlights the awakening author that he is