[32:9] 1 sn This is a bold anthropomorphism; it is as if God has now had a chance to get to know these people and has discovered how rebellious they are. The point of the figure is that there has been discernible evidence of their nature.
[32:9] 2 tn Heb “and behold” or “and look.” The expression directs attention in order to persuade the hearer.
[32:9] 3 sn B. Jacob says the image is that of the people walking before God, and when he called to them the directions, they would not bend their neck to listen; they were resolute in doing what they intended to do (Exodus, 943). The figure describes them as refusing to submit, but resisting in pride.
[9:13] 4 tn Heb “stiff-necked.” See note on the word “stubborn” in 9:6.
