Exodus 16:7 Meaning and Explanation
“And in the morning, then ye shall see the glory of the LORD; for that he heareth your murmurings against the LORD: and what are we, that ye murmur against us?”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Moses says the people will see God's glory in the morning and reminds them their complaint is against the Lord.
The Context of Exodus 16:7
God hears complaints and will show His glory.
What Does Exodus 16:7 Mean?
Moses makes a stunning turn in the discourse: he tells the people that in seeing the glory of the Lord they will understand something about their murmuring. God has heard their complaints—not angrily rejected them, but actively heard them and responded. This shows both justice and mercy.
'What are we, that ye murmur against us?' Moses deflects the accusation away from himself and Aaron, pointing out their smallness. This is not defensiveness but clarity: the real issue is between the people and the Lord. The leaders are servants in this drama, not the main actors.
Exodus 16:7 in the Original Language
כָּבוֹד (kāvôd), 'glory' — the visible manifestation of God's presence and power.
Frequently Asked Questions About Exodus 16:7
What does Exodus 16:7 mean?
Moses says the people will see God's glory in the morning and reminds them their complaint is against the Lord.
What is the context of Exodus 16:7?
God hears complaints and will show His glory.