Exodus 24:3 Meaning and Explanation
“And Moses came and told the people all the words of the LORD, and all the judgments: and all the people answered with one voice, and said, All the words which the LORD hath said will we do.”
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Read Full Chapter →Moses reports God's words and laws to the people, who unanimously commit to obedience.
The Context of Exodus 24:3
The people formally accept the covenant obligations before the ratification ritual.
What Does Exodus 24:3 Mean?
Moses descends and serves as God's spokesman, recounting both the words (principles, narrative, foundational teachings) and the judgments (specific laws and case-rulings) that God has given. The people hear the full covenant terms before agreeing.
Their unified response—all the people answer with one voice—shows extraordinary consensus. They are not coerced; they hear the terms and choose obedience. This moment captures the people's willingness at the covenant's threshold.
Frequently Asked Questions About Exodus 24:3
What does Exodus 24:3 mean?
Moses reports God's words and laws to the people, who unanimously commit to obedience.
What is the context of Exodus 24:3?
The people formally accept the covenant obligations before the ratification ritual.