The missions were built by the Spanish starting in 1769 in order to "colonize" the territory of Alta California<span>, which they had discovered over two centuries earlier. There had been various proposals over the years to do something with this territory, but it was hard reaching the coast of </span>Alta<span> California from New Spain (</span>Mexico<span>) in those days, sailing against the wind and currents, and Spain had other priorities. What finally moved them to act was the fact that Russian fur trappers were moving farther and farther down the Coast (from their bases in Alaska) and were spotted near present day San Francisco in 1760s.</span>
The "Pillar of Fire" symbolizes God's abiding presence with the Israelites as they journeyed from Egypt to the Promised Land.
- It also means that God the Father Almighty was fighting in favor of the Israelites against the pursuing army of Pharaoh.
- With the "Pillar of Fire" or God's presence, the Israelites and Moses were able to escape from the crutches of the Egyptians, who could not come near them. The pillar provided protection and direction for the Israelites.
Thus, the "Pillar of Fire" means that God was the guiding light of the Israelites when they won freedom from their enemies.
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