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What does the Bible say about the rock that was struck for water?

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The rock that was struck represents Christ, from whom we receive spiritual nourishment and life.

In Exodus 17, the rock that Moses struck to provide water for the people symbolizes Jesus Christ. Paul reiterates this in 1 Corinthians 10:4, stating that 'that rock was Christ.' The smiting of the rock shows that Christ had to be sacrificed to provide life-giving water, just as the Israelites needed physical water to survive in the desert. The water that flowed from the rock represents the grace and sustenance that believers receive through Jesus, who is the source of eternal life.
Scripture References: Exodus 17:1-7, 1 Corinthians 10:4

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Water Out Of The Smitten Rock
John Chapman · Oct 5, 2025
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