Exodus 11:4 Meaning and Explanation
“And Moses said, Thus saith the LORD, About midnight will I go out into the midst of Egypt:”
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Read Full Chapter →Moses announces that the Lord will pass through Egypt at midnight to execute the final judgment.
The Context of Exodus 11:4
Moses delivers God's warning to Pharaoh before the plague occurs.
What Does Exodus 11:4 Mean?
Moses formally declares the word of the Lord to Pharaoh. The specific timing—midnight—emphasizes the supernatural nature of what will occur and the Lord's precise sovereignty over events. This warning gives Pharaoh a final opportunity to let Israel go.
The phrase 'will I go out' personalizes God's action: the Lord Himself enters Egypt to accomplish this judgment, not through a plague like the previous nine, but through His own direct intervention. This intimacy with the final plague underscores its uniqueness.
Frequently Asked Questions About Exodus 11:4
What does Exodus 11:4 mean?
Moses announces that the Lord will pass through Egypt at midnight to execute the final judgment.
What is the context of Exodus 11:4?
Moses delivers God's warning to Pharaoh before the plague occurs.