Exodus 7:18 Meaning and Explanation
“And the fish that is in the river shall die, and the river shall stink; and the Egyptians shall lothe to drink of the water of the river.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The plague will kill fish, create a stench, and make the water undrinkable for Egyptians.
The Context of Exodus 7:18
The effects of the plague on Egyptian life and water.
What Does Exodus 7:18 Mean?
The practical consequences are devastating. The Nile provides Egypt's entire water supply. When it becomes blood, fish die immediately, the river smells of decay, and the water becomes repugnant. Food sources are threatened, water becomes scarce, and the stench itself is a daily assault on the senses.
This is not a localized disaster—it affects all Egypt directly. Every Egyptian faces the immediate, visceral reality that their primary resource has been corrupted. The plague strikes at the foundations of survival and prosperity.
Exodus 7:18 in the Original Language
yachol (יָחוֹל), 'lothe' — to feel disgust, abhor, or find revolting. The Egyptians will find the corrupted water physically repulsive.
Frequently Asked Questions About Exodus 7:18
What does Exodus 7:18 mean?
The plague will kill fish, create a stench, and make the water undrinkable for Egyptians.
What is the context of Exodus 7:18?
The effects of the plague on Egyptian life and water.