Exodus 11:1

¶ And the LORD said unto Moses, Yet will I bring one plague [more] upon Pharaoh, and upon Egypt; afterwards he will let you go hence: when he shall let [you] go, he shall surely thrust you out hence altogether.

And the LORD {H3068} said {H559} unto Moses {H4872}, Yet will I bring {H935} one {H259} plague {H5061} more upon Pharaoh {H6547}, and upon Egypt {H4714}; afterwards {H310} he will let you go {H7971} hence: when he shall let you go {H7971}, he shall surely {H1644} thrust you out {H1644} hence altogether {H3617}.

ADONAI said to Moshe, "I'm going to bring still one more plague on Pharaoh and Egypt, and after that he will let you leave here. When he does let you go, he will throw you out completely!

Then the LORD said to Moses, “I will bring upon Pharaoh and Egypt one more plague. After that, he will allow you to leave this place. And when he lets you go, he will drive you out completely.

And Jehovah said unto Moses, Yet one plague more will I bring upon Pharaoh, and upon Egypt; afterwards he will let you go hence: when he shall let you go, he shall surely thrust you out hence altogether.

Commentary

Context

Exodus 11:1 marks a pivotal moment in the narrative of the Israelite exodus from Egypt. By this point, the LORD had already brought nine devastating plagues upon Egypt, each progressively more severe, in an attempt to compel Pharaoh to release the enslaved Israelites. From the water turned to blood, to frogs, gnats, flies, livestock disease, boils, hail, locusts, and three days of darkness, Pharaoh had consistently hardened his heart, refusing to let God's people go. This verse reveals God's direct communication to Moses, announcing the final, decisive plague that would break Pharaoh's will and lead to the immediate expulsion of the Israelites.

Key Themes

  • Divine Sovereignty and Judgment: This verse underscores God's absolute control over history and human rulers. Despite Pharaoh's stubbornness, God declares He will bring "one plague more," signaling the culmination of His judgment and the ultimate triumph of His will. It's a clear demonstration that God's plan cannot be thwarted by human resistance.
  • Fulfillment of Prophecy: God's promise to Moses, and indeed His earlier promise to Abraham that his descendants would be afflicted but then come out with great possessions, is nearing its dramatic fulfillment. The final plague is the direct instrument of this divine promise.
  • Pharaoh's Forced Release: The phrase "he shall surely thrust you out hence altogether" is crucial. It signifies that Pharaoh will not merely permit their departure, but will actively and urgently compel them to leave. This is a complete reversal of his previous stance and highlights the overwhelming power of the coming judgment, as seen in the immediate aftermath of the tenth plague.
  • The Climactic Tenth Plague: While the details of the plague are not given in this verse, it sets the stage for the devastating judgment upon the firstborn of Egypt, which is the most severe and impactful of all the plagues, directly leading to the Exodus.

Linguistic Insights

The Hebrew verb translated "thrust you out" is gārash (גָּרַשׁ). This word carries the strong connotation of driving out, expelling, or banishing with force and urgency. It's not a gentle release but a forceful eviction. This emphasizes the complete turnaround in Pharaoh's attitude, from defiant resistance to desperate urgency, under the mighty hand of God.

Practical Application

Exodus 11:1 offers powerful lessons for believers today:

  • God's Faithfulness: Just as God was faithful to deliver Israel despite immense opposition, He remains faithful to His promises to us. We can trust that His plans will ultimately prevail, even when circumstances seem bleak. God is not a man, that he should lie.
  • Consequences of Resistance: Pharaoh's story is a stark reminder of the futility and severe consequences of resisting God's will. While God is patient, His ultimate judgment is certain for those who refuse to humble themselves.
  • Hope in Adversity: For the Israelites, this message from God would have been a beacon of hope in their long oppression. It reminds us that even in our darkest moments, God is working behind the scenes, preparing a way for our deliverance and the fulfillment of His purposes.
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Cross-References

  • Leviticus 26:21 (5 votes)

    And if ye walk contrary unto me, and will not hearken unto me; I will bring seven times more plagues upon you according to your sins.

  • Genesis 15:14 (5 votes)

    And also that nation, whom they shall serve, will I judge: and afterward shall they come out with great substance.

  • Exodus 9:14 (4 votes)

    For I will at this time send all my plagues upon thine heart, and upon thy servants, and upon thy people; that thou mayest know that [there is] none like me in all the earth.

  • Exodus 3:20 (4 votes)

    And I will stretch out my hand, and smite Egypt with all my wonders which I will do in the midst thereof: and after that he will let you go.

  • Deuteronomy 4:34 (3 votes)

    Or hath God assayed to go [and] take him a nation from the midst of [another] nation, by temptations, by signs, and by wonders, and by war, and by a mighty hand, and by a stretched out arm, and by great terrors, according to all that the LORD your God did for you in Egypt before your eyes?

  • Exodus 12:31 (3 votes)

    And he called for Moses and Aaron by night, and said, Rise up, [and] get you forth from among my people, both ye and the children of Israel; and go, serve the LORD, as ye have said.

  • Exodus 12:39 (3 votes)

    And they baked unleavened cakes of the dough which they brought forth out of Egypt, for it was not leavened; because they were thrust out of Egypt, and could not tarry, neither had they prepared for themselves any victual.