2 The woman conceived and gave birth to a son; and when she saw that he was [especially] beautiful and healthy, she hid him for three months [to protect him from the Egyptians]. So God heard their groaning and God remembered His covenant with Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob (Israel). 9 Then Pharaoh’s daughter said to her, “Take this child away and nurse him for me, and I will give you your wages.” So the woman took the child and nursed him. He went out the next day and saw two Hebrew men fighting with each other; and he said to the aggressor, “Why are you striking your friend?”, But the man said, “Who made you a prince and a judge over us? http://www.lockman.org. And the woman became pregnant and bore a son; and whe Enter your credit card information to ensure uninterrupted service following your free trial. It looks like you’re already subscribed to Bible Gateway Plus! 4 And his sister [Miriam] stood some distance away to find out what would happen to him. 2 The woman conceived and gave birth to a son; and when she saw that he was [especially] beautiful and healthy, she hid him for three months [to protect him from the Egyptians]. The Lockman Foundation, La Habra, CA 90631, All rights reserved. This summary of the book of Exodus provides information about the title, author(s), date of writing, chronology, theme, theology, outline, a brief overview, and the chapters of the Book of Exodus. And their cry for help because of their bondage. Midian was the fourth of six sons born to Keturah. Exodus 2 Amplified Bible (AMP) The Birth of Moses. Amram; Ex 6:20 identifies Amram and Jochebed as the parents of Aaron and Moses. 17 Then shepherds came and drove them away, but Moses stood up and helped them and watered their flock. He even drew water [from the well] for us and watered the flock.” 20 Then he said to his daughters, “Where is he? Moses, and said, “Because I drew him out of the water.”. It is meant to relate to a human point of view, without concern for a strict theological accounting of God’s nature. The woman conceived and gave birth to a son; and when she saw that he was [especially] beautiful. 22 She gave birth to a son, and he named him Gershom (stranger); for he said, “I have been a stranger in a foreign land.”. was concerned about them [knowing all, understanding all, remembering all]. And she named him [d]Moses, and said, “Because I drew him out of the water.”, 11 One day, after Moses had grown [into adulthood], it happened that he went to his countrymen and looked [with compassion] at their hard labors; and he saw an Egyptian beating a Hebrew, one of his countrymen. I.e. One day, after Moses had grown [into adulthood], it happened that he went to his countrymen and looked [with compassion] at their hard labors; and he saw an Egyptian beating a Hebrew, one of his countrymen. Amram; Ex 6:20 identifies Amram and Jochebed as the parents of Aaron and Moses. After Sarah died Abraham took Keturah his concubine (see note Gen 22:24) as a secondary wife. You’ve already claimed your free trial of Bible Gateway Plus. The name Moses is a wonderful choice. You can cancel anytime during the trial period. Your credit card won’t be charged until the trial period is over. 16 Now the priest of Midian had seven daughters; and they came and drew water [from the well where Moses was resting] and filled the troughs to water their father’s flock. 10 And the child grew, and she brought him to Pharaoh’s daughter and he became her son. Moses was willing to remain with the man, and he gave Moses his daughter Zipporah [to be his wife]. God saw the sons of Israel, and God took notice [of them]. And she took pity on him and said, “This is one of the Hebrews’ children.” 7 Then his sister said to Pharaoh’s daughter, “Shall I go and call a [c]wet-nurse from the Hebrew women to nurse the child for you?” 8 And Pharaoh’s daughter said to her, “Go ahead.” So the girl went and called the child’s mother. Midian was the fourth of six sons born to Keturah. the syllable “mose” in names like Thutmose). .” So the girl went and called the child’s mother. 2The woman conceived and gave birth to a son; and when she saw that he was [especially] beautiful and healthy, she hid him for three months [to protect him from the Egyptians]. If the pharaoh is Thutmose I, then this is likely his daughter, Hatshepsut. Exodus 20:25 I.e. Not only is adultery forbidden, but also any act of sexual impurity or unchastity, and any form of pornography or other obscenity. Why have you left the man behind? He turned to look around, and seeing no one, he killed the Egyptian and hid him in the sand. Try it free for 30 days. Now the priest of Midian had seven daughters; and they came and drew water [from the well where Moses was resting] and filled the troughs to water their father’s flock. He even drew water [from the well] for us and watered the flock.”, Then he said to his daughters, “Where is he? She gave birth to a son, and he named him Gershom (stranger); for he said, “I have been a stranger in a foreign land.”, Now it happened after a long time [about forty years] that the king of Egypt died. [Exod. After Sarah died Abraham took Keturah his concubine (see note Gen 22:24) as a secondary wife. Step 1 - Create an account or log in to start your free trial. And the children of Israel (Jacob) groaned and sighed because of the bondage, and they cried out. 12 He turned to look around, and seeing no one, he killed the Egyptian and hid him in the sand. And the children of Israel (Jacob) groaned, sighed because of the bondage, and they cried out. 2 Now a [] man of the house of Levi [the priestly tribe] went and took as his wife a daughter of Levi. 1 Now a # I.e. 24 So God heard their groaning and God remembered His covenant with Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob (Israel). Take notes, highlights, and favorites to share or document personal thoughts. It means “drawing out” in Hebrew, but in Egyptian, a similar word means “man of royalty” (e.g. The Birth Of Moses. ; Exodus 12:6 Lit between the two evenings, that is, between sunset and nightfall (likely 6:00-7:20 p.m.) each household was to slaughter its own lamb or goat. Create or log in to your Bible Gateway account. And she took pity on him and said, “This is one of the Hebrews’ children.”, Then his sister said to Pharaoh’s daughter, “Shall I go and call a, wet-nurse from the Hebrew women to nurse the child for you?”. Exodus 2 Amplified Bible, Classic Edition (AMPC). In reality, God is present everywhere, and is always aware of everything that has happened and will happen. Footnotes. 13 He went out the next day and saw two Hebrew men fighting with each other; and he said to the aggressor, “Why are you striking your friend?” 14 But the man said, “Who made you a prince and a judge over us? All your content will be saved and you can seamlessly switch devices. 2 Now a [a]man of the house of Levi [the priestly tribe] went and took as his wife a daughter of Levi. Amram; Ex 6:20 identifies Amram and Jochebed as the parents of Aaron and Moses. 1Now a man of the house of Levi [the priestly tribe] went and took as his wife a daughter of Levi. It is meant to relate to a human point of view, without concern for a strict theological accounting of God’s nature. This pharaoh is likely to be identified as Thutmose III (1483-1450. And she named him. Why have you left the man behind? Do you intend to kill me as you killed the Egyptian?” Then Moses was afraid and said, “Certainly this incident is known.”, This pharaoh is likely to be identified as Thutmose III (1483-1450, Pharaoh heard about this matter, he tried to kill Moses. The description of God in this passage (vv 23-25) attributes human qualities to God, including human emotions and ways of thinking or decision-making. Copyright © 2015 by The Lockman Foundation, La Habra, CA 90631.