Acts 7:22

Acts 7:22

And Moses was learned in all the wisdom of the Egyptians, and was mighty in words and in deeds.

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Moses was educated in all the wisdom of Egypt and became mighty in words and deeds.

What Does Acts 7:22 Mean?

Stephen notes what Exodus implies: princely training in letters, leadership, and the learning of the greatest empire of the age.

God wastes nothing. Even the schooling of Egypt was gathered up into his purpose for his servant. What is learned in the world's house may yet be consecrated to the errand of the Lord.

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