Amalek

This, being the heathen nation who attacked Israel in the wilderness and was overcome by the uplifted hands of Moses on high, and the leadership of Joshua below, is a favorite figure amongst many of conflict with the flesh. But it is more correct to take Amalek as a picture of the attacks of Satan in the wilderness (when we are weak and faint), who is overcome through the intercession of Christ on high (Heb. 4:15, 1615For we have not an high priest which cannot be touched with the feeling of our infirmities; but was in all points tempted like as we are, yet without sin. 16Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need. (Hebrews 4:15‑16), &c.) and by the power of the Spirit with us down here (1 Peter 5:8, 98Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour: 9Whom resist stedfast in the faith, knowing that the same afflictions are accomplished in your brethren that are in the world. (1 Peter 5:8‑9)).