Exodus 9:7

Hebrew Bible Modern 1977

וישלח פרעה והנה לא מת ממקנה ישראל עד אחד ויכבד לב פרעה ולא שלח את העם:

What Does This Mean?

This verse from Exodus states that after a plague of livestock death, none of the Israelites' animals were affected. Pharaoh saw this but still refused to let the Israelites go, showing his stubbornness and hard heart.

Explained for Children

Imagine if all the animals in the neighborhood got sick, except for the ones at your house. That's what happened here. Pharaoh saw this but still wouldn't let the Israelites leave. It's like when you don't want to share your toy even though you know it's the right thing to do.

Historical Background

The book of Exodus was written by Moses around 1446 BC. This part of Exodus describes the plagues sent by God to convince Pharaoh to free the Israelites from slavery in Egypt.

Living It Out Today

In today's world, we can see this as a reminder of how stubbornness can make us ignore clear signs. For example, a manager might refuse to implement changes that would clearly benefit their team, just because they don't want to admit they were wrong.

Topics

• faith
• hardness of heart
• deliverance
• stubbornness
• signs and wonders
• God's power

Related Verses

• Exodus 7:22
• Exodus 10:1
• Joshua 24:7
• Psalm 78:43
• Revelation 16:10

Recommended Reading

Commentary Exodus Commentaries → Get This Bible Hebrew Bible Modern Study Bible →

Frequently Asked Questions

Why was Pharaoh's heart hardened?

Pharaoh's heart was hardened because he stubbornly refused to listen to God's commands, even in the face of clear evidence of God's power. This shows how stubbornness can blind us to the truth.

What does this verse teach us about faith?

This verse teaches us that faith is often tested, but God's promises remain true. The Israelites' faith was tested, but God protected them, showing that trusting in God is always worthwhile.

How can we apply this story to modern times?

We can apply this story by recognizing when we are being stubborn and refusing to change, even when the evidence is clear. It's a reminder to listen and act on what we know is right.

What does this verse tell us about God's power?

This verse shows God's power by demonstrating that He can protect His people from harm, even when others are affected. It's a powerful example of God's ability to act on behalf of those who trust Him.