Exodus 9:29 Meaning and Explanation
“And Moses said unto him, As soon as I am gone out of the city, I will spread abroad my hands unto the LORD; and the thunder shall cease, neither shall there be any more hail; that thou mayest know how that the earth is the LORD's.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Moses promises that once he leaves the city and prays, the thunder and hail will stop, so Pharaoh will know the earth belongs to God.
The Context of Exodus 9:29
Moses agrees to pray for the end of the plague, using it as an opportunity to teach Pharaoh about God's authority.
What Does Exodus 9:29 Mean?
Moses agrees to pray, but with a purpose. He will leave the city, spread his hands to God, and the storm will cease. The sign is chosen strategically—the moment Moses prays, the elements obey. This shows that even nature listens to God through His servant.
The purpose is knowledge: 'that thou mayest know how that the earth is the LORD's.' The stopping of the storm is not a favor to Pharaoh but a lesson about who truly owns and controls the earth. Pharaoh needs to understand this reality.
Exodus 9:29 in the Original Language
spread abroad (פָּרַשׂ) — spread out or extend, the prayer gesture toward heaven.
Frequently Asked Questions About Exodus 9:29
What does Exodus 9:29 mean?
Moses promises that once he leaves the city and prays, the thunder and hail will stop, so Pharaoh will know the earth belongs to God.
What is the context of Exodus 9:29?
Moses agrees to pray for the end of the plague, using it as an opportunity to teach Pharaoh about God's authority.