21 The Lord was going before them in a pillar of cloud by day to lead them on the way , and in a pillar of fire by night to give them light , that they might travel by day and by night .

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Exodus 13:21

Commentary on Exodus 13:21-22

(Read Exodus 13:21-22)

The Lord went before them in a pillar, or appearance of the Divine Majesty. Christ was with the church in the wilderness, John 14:6.