Exodus 11:8 Meaning and Explanation
“And all these thy servants shall come down unto me, and bow down themselves unto me, saying, Get thee out, and all the people that follow thee: and after that I will go out. And he went out from Pharaoh in a great anger.”
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Read Full Chapter →Pharaoh's servants will beg Moses to leave with all Israel, and Moses departs in anger.
The Context of Exodus 11:8
Moses' final words to Pharaoh before the tenth plague.
What Does Exodus 11:8 Mean?
Pharaoh's own court officials will reverse their stance and urge Moses to go, reversing the power dynamic entirely. They beg him to take the people and leave, desperate to end the calamities. Moses' prediction demonstrates his absolute confidence in God's coming action.
Moses leaves Pharaoh 'in great anger,' reflecting his frustration at Pharaoh's persistent resistance despite overwhelming evidence of God's power. This emotional honesty shows Moses as a real person bearing the weight of these negotiations, not merely a mechanical messenger.
Frequently Asked Questions About Exodus 11:8
What does Exodus 11:8 mean?
Pharaoh's servants will beg Moses to leave with all Israel, and Moses departs in anger.
What is the context of Exodus 11:8?
Moses' final words to Pharaoh before the tenth plague.