Exodus 6:27
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Aaron and Moses are identified as those who spoke to Pharaoh to bring about the liberation of Israel from Egypt.
Context
This verse emphasizes the principal role of Aaron and Moses in the confrontation with Pharaoh. Despite Moses' earlier objection regarding his speaking ability, Aaron and Moses together fulfill the role of God's spokesmen. 'Those which spake to Pharaoh' captures the essence of their mission—verbal confrontation with the ruler followed by demonstrations of power.
What Does Exodus 6:27 Mean?
This verse emphasizes the principal role of Aaron and Moses in the confrontation with Pharaoh. Despite Moses' earlier objection regarding his speaking ability, Aaron and Moses together fulfill the role of God's spokesmen. 'Those which spake to Pharaoh' captures the essence of their mission—verbal confrontation with the ruler followed by demonstrations of power.
The verse affirms that the genealogical chain from Levi through Amram and Aaron to the present moment culminates in this mission. These two men, rooted in Israel's family structure and commissioned by God, become the agents through whom God judges Egypt and liberates Israel. The repetition of their names emphasizes their central importance to the exodus story.