Exodus 4:23
Exodus · Old Testament · Chapter 4
“And I say unto thee, Let my son go, that he may serve me: and if thou refuse to let him go, behold, I will slay thy son, even thy firstborn.”Exodus 4:23
What Does Exodus 4:23 Mean?
Exodus 4:23 is found in the book of Exodus, chapter 4, verse 23 of the Old Testament. This verse connects to 11 other passages through cross-references, placing it within a rich network of biblical meaning.
Key themes in this passage include Law.
Cross-References (11)
These passages are connected to Exodus 4:23 through shared themes, quotations, or prophetic fulfillment.
Exodus 12:29“And it came to pass, that at midnight the LORD smote all the firstborn in the land of Egypt, from the firstborn of Pharaoh that sat on his throne unto the firstborn of the captive that was in the dungeon; and all the firstborn of cattle.”Exodus 11:5“And all the firstborn in the land of Egypt shall die, from the first born of Pharaoh that sitteth upon his throne, even unto the firstborn of the maidservant that is behind the mill; and all the firstborn of beasts.”Psalms 105:36“He smote also all the firstborn in their land, the chief of all their strength.”Psalms 135:8“Who smote the firstborn of Egypt, both of man and beast.”Exodus 5:1“And afterward Moses and Aaron went in, and told Pharaoh, Thus saith the LORD God of Israel, Let my people go, that they may hold a feast unto me in the wilderness.”Exodus 7:16“And thou shalt say unto him, The LORD God of the Hebrews hath sent me unto thee, saying, Let my people go, that they may serve me in the wilderness: and, behold, hitherto thou wouldest not hear.”Psalms 78:51“And smote all the firstborn in Egypt; the chief of their strength in the tabernacles of Ham:”Exodus 7:14“And the LORD said unto Moses, Pharaoh’s heart is hardened, he refuseth to let the people go.”Exodus 9:2“For if thou refuse to let them go, and wilt hold them still,”Exodus 14:17“And I, behold, I will harden the hearts of the Egyptians, and they shall follow them: and I will get me honour upon Pharaoh, and upon all his host, upon his chariots, and upon his horsemen.”Exodus 8:1“And the LORD spake unto Moses, Go unto Pharaoh, and say unto him, Thus saith the LORD, Let my people go, that they may serve me.”
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