had respect to them] Though most unworthy in themselves. because of his covenant] This Moses pleads, Exodus 32:13. with Abraham, &c.] And their feed, Deuteronomy 2:1. from his presence] Heb. face. From all communion with him. as yet] To try yet further whether at length they would turn to him: Gods long-suffering is herby set out; and intimating what did afterwards befall them, because they did not return, Chap. 17. 18.