Exodus 13:1

Exodus 13:1 Meaning and Explanation

And the LORD spake unto Moses, saying,

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The LORD commands Moses with instructions about the firstborn.

The Context of Exodus 13:1

God begins His instruction to Moses about consecrating the firstborn.

What Does Exodus 13:1 Mean?

The Lord speaks directly to Moses at the beginning of a new teaching. This follows the plagues of Egypt and sets up God's instructions to the Israelites about their future observance.

God's speech introduces a law about the dedication of the firstborn, establishing that they belong to the Lord and are to be set apart as sacred.

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What does Exodus 13:1 mean?

The LORD commands Moses with instructions about the firstborn.

What is the context of Exodus 13:1?

God begins His instruction to Moses about consecrating the firstborn.

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