Exodus 4:11 Meaning and Explanation
“And the LORD said unto him, Who hath made man's mouth? or who maketh the dumb, or deaf, or the seeing, or the blind? have not I the LORD?”
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Read Full Chapter →God reminds Moses that He is the maker of all human faculties, including speech.
The Context of Exodus 4:11
God challenges Moses' limited confidence by expanding his understanding of God's power.
What Does Exodus 4:11 Mean?
God's response does not deny Moses' difficulty but refocuses him on divine capability. The Maker of mouths is obviously not constrained by one person's speech impediment.
The list—deaf, dumb, seeing, blind—shows that God's governance extends to every human capacity. If God created these capacities in all their variety, surely He can enable one man to speak what He requires.
Frequently Asked Questions About Exodus 4:11
What does Exodus 4:11 mean?
God reminds Moses that He is the maker of all human faculties, including speech.
What is the context of Exodus 4:11?
God challenges Moses' limited confidence by expanding his understanding of God's power.