Exodus 12:7 Meaning and Explanation
“And they shall take of the blood, and strike it on the two side posts and on the upper door post of the houses, wherein they shall eat it.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The blood is applied to the doorposts and lintel as a visible sign for the protection to come.
The Context of Exodus 12:7
The blood is applied to the doorposts and lintel of each Israelite home.
What Does Exodus 12:7 Mean?
The blood marks the homes of Israel so that when the destroyer comes, it will recognize God's people and pass over them. This sign is external and visible—placed on the very entrance where judgment would otherwise enter. The act of applying the blood involves the whole household in the protective ritual.
Three places receive the blood: the two side posts and the upper post. This complete marking of the doorway symbolizes total protection. The doorpost itself is the boundary between the household's private space and the world outside, making the blood both a sign of covenant and a barrier against judgment.
Exodus 12:7 in the Original Language
dam (דָּם), 'blood' — represents life itself, which is sacred to God and the foundation of atonement and covenant.
Frequently Asked Questions About Exodus 12:7
What does Exodus 12:7 mean?
The blood is applied to the doorposts and lintel as a visible sign for the protection to come.
What is the context of Exodus 12:7?
The blood is applied to the doorposts and lintel of each Israelite home.