Then came the water and quenched the fire: This is a reference to the actions of Moses. He burned the golden calf and ground it up and mixed it in water. He then made the Israelites drink the liquid mixture. Moses called out bitterly, “Return O Israel wit h a pure soul,” and then the heart of all Israel cried out, The lesson of Moses they took to heart, Their souls bowed low to the earth. Moses returned again to the firmament He spoke out there In order to save his people “Forgive your people, Show them Your face, Have they not returned to You?” Like a pool or a well Tears fell from their eyes. “And if not, then blot me out!” And then from the heavens God answered, “I have forgiven according to your words,” And the repair returned as it was