18 But Edom answered, “You may not travel through our land, or we will come out and confront you with the sword.” 19 “We will stay on the main road,” the Israelites replied, “and if we or our herds drink your water, we will pay for it. There will be no problem; only let us pass through on foot.” 20 But Edom insisted, “You may not pass through.” And they came out to confront the Israelites with a large army and a strong hand.
Numbers 20:18–20
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