King James Bible
"How can I myself alone bear your cumbrance, and your burden, and your strife?"
Moses expresses his overwhelming sense of inadequacy in leading Israel single-handedly. This rhetorical question reveals both his humility and the practical impossibility of one person managing an entire nation's needs, setting up his need for delegated leadership. These terms refer to the weight of administrative duties and the people's constant needs for guidance and provision. The repetition emphasizes the exhausting nature of leadership responsibilities that have accumulated during Israel's wilderness journey. Beyond logistical challenges, Moses must also handle interpersonal conflicts and disputes among the people. This addition highlights how judicial responsibilities compound the already heavy load, as the leader must serve as both provider and judge.