Exodus 5:17
Exodus · Old Testament · Chapter 5
“But he said, Ye are idle, ye are idle: therefore ye say, Let us go and do sacrifice to the LORD.”Exodus 5:17
What Does Exodus 5:17 Mean?
Exodus 5:17 is found in the book of Exodus, chapter 5, verse 17 of the Old Testament. This verse connects to 6 other passages through cross-references, placing it within a rich network of biblical meaning.
Cross-References (6)
These passages are connected to Exodus 5:17 through shared themes, quotations, or prophetic fulfillment.
Romans 12:11“Not slothful in business; fervent in spirit; serving the Lord;”Matthew 26:8“But when his disciples saw it, they had indignation, saying, To what purpose is this waste?”Exodus 5:8“And the tale of the bricks, which they did make heretofore, ye shall lay upon them; ye shall not diminish ought thereof: for they be idle; therefore they cry, saying, Let us go and sacrifice to our God.”John 6:27“Labour not for the meat which perisheth, but for that meat which endureth unto everlasting life, which the Son of man shall give unto you: for him hath God the Father sealed.”John 12:5“Why was not this ointment sold for three hundred pence, and given to the poor?”2 Thessalonians 3:10“For even when we were with you, this we commanded you, that if any would not work, neither should he eat.”
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