Exodus 6:11

Go in, speak unto Pharaoh king of Egypt, that he let the children of Israel go out of his land.

Go {H935} in, speak {H1696} unto Pharaoh {H6547} king {H4428} of Egypt {H4714}, that he let the children {H1121} of Israel {H3478} go out {H7971} of his land {H776}.

"Go in; and tell Pharaoh, king of Egypt, to let the people of Isra'el leave his land."

โ€œGo and tell Pharaoh king of Egypt to let the Israelites go out of his land.โ€

Go in, speak unto Pharaoh king of Egypt, that he let the children of Israel go out of his land.

Commentary

Context

Exodus 6:11 is a pivotal moment in the narrative of Israel's liberation, as God reiterates His direct command to Moses. This verse comes after Moses's initial, somewhat discouraging encounter with Pharaoh in Exodus chapter 5, which resulted in increased burdens for the Israelite slaves. Despite Moses's previous failures and his own doubts about his ability to convince Pharaoh (Exodus 6:12), the Lord emphatically sends him back to deliver His message. This highlights the divine initiative and God's unwavering commitment to His mission to free the Israelites from Egyptian bondage, building upon the powerful re-affirmation of His covenant promises to Moses in Exodus 6:2-8.

Key Themes

  • Divine Mandate: The verse is a clear, unambiguous command from God to Moses. It underscores God's active involvement in the affairs of humanity and His specific plan for the children of Israel. This is not a suggestion, but a direct order for Moses to act as God's messenger.
  • God's Sovereignty: While Pharaoh is a powerful ruler, God asserts His ultimate authority by commanding him, through Moses, to release His people. This sets the stage for the dramatic demonstrations of God's power over the gods of Egypt and Pharaoh's eventual submission, despite his hardened heart (Exodus 7:3).
  • Deliverance and Freedom: The core purpose of this command is the liberation of the Israelites. This theme of God bringing His people out of slavery and into freedom is central to the entire book of Exodus and foundational to understanding God's redemptive work throughout the Bible.

Linguistic Insights

The Hebrew phrase "Go in" (ื‘ึผึนื โ€“ bo') is a direct imperative, conveying urgency and authority. Similarly, "speak" (ื“ึทึผื‘ึตึผืจ โ€“ dabber) is a command to declare God's message unequivocally. The phrase "let go" (ืฉึทืืœึทึผื— โ€“ shallach) is also an imperative, demanding release and freedom. These strong verbs emphasize that this is not a request, but a divine decree, highlighting the absolute nature of God's will.

Related Scriptures

This command echoes God's earlier prophecy to Abraham that his descendants would be afflicted but then brought out with great substance. The ultimate fulfillment of this command is seen in the dramatic parting of the Red Sea, where God's power utterly defeats Pharaoh and his army, securing Israel's freedom.

Practical Application

Exodus 6:11 reminds us that God often calls His servants to difficult tasks, even when circumstances seem bleak or previous efforts have failed. It teaches us about:

  • Obedience in the Face of Adversity: Like Moses, we are called to obey God's commands, trusting in His power rather than our own abilities or perceived obstacles. Our calling may involve confronting powerful systems or individuals.
  • God's Unwavering Purpose: God's plans for deliverance and freedom will ultimately prevail, regardless of human opposition. This offers immense hope and encouragement to those facing oppression or seemingly insurmountable challenges today.
  • Speaking Truth to Power: The verse illustrates the importance of delivering God's message faithfully and courageously, even to those in authority who may resist or oppose it.
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Cross-References

  • Exodus 5:1 (2 votes)

    ยถ And afterward Moses and Aaron went in, and told Pharaoh, Thus saith the LORD God of Israel, Let my people go, that they may hold a feast unto me in the wilderness.

  • Exodus 5:23 (2 votes)

    For since I came to Pharaoh to speak in thy name, he hath done evil to this people; neither hast thou delivered thy people at all.

  • Exodus 6:29 (2 votes)

    That the LORD spake unto Moses, saying, I [am] the LORD: speak thou unto Pharaoh king of Egypt all that I say unto thee.

  • Exodus 3:10 (2 votes)

    Come now therefore, and I will send thee unto Pharaoh, that thou mayest bring forth my people the children of Israel out of Egypt.

  • Exodus 7:1 (2 votes)

    ยถ And the LORD said unto Moses, See, I have made thee a god to Pharaoh: and Aaron thy brother shall be thy prophet.