Exodus 12:30

Arabic 2018 (الترجمة الكاثوليكيّة (اليسوعيّة))

فقامَ فِرعَونُ لَيلًا، هو وجَميعُ حاشِيَتِه وسائِرُ المِصرِيِّين، وكانَ صُراخٌ عَظيمٌ في مِصْر، إِذ لم يَكُنْ بَيتٌ إِلاَّ وفيه مَيْت.

What Does This Mean?

This verse describes the aftermath of the tenth plague in Egypt, where all the firstborn Egyptians died. Pharaoh and all the Egyptians woke up in the middle of the night to find dead bodies in every household, causing a great cry throughout the land. The message emphasizes the severity of God's judgment and the urgency for the Israelites to leave.

Explained for Children

Imagine if a really big storm came and affected every house in your neighborhood. Everyone was scared and crying because something terrible happened to someone in every home. That's kind of like what happened here, but much worse, and it made everyone realize they had to act fast.

Historical Background

The Book of Exodus was written by Moses around 1446 BC. It is part of the Torah and was intended for the Israelites to understand their history and the significance of their deliverance from slavery in Egypt. The cultural setting was a time of oppression and divine intervention.

Living It Out Today

In today's context, we can see this as a reminder of the consequences of ignoring God's commands. For example, if a community refuses to address a serious issue, such as ignoring warnings about an impending natural disaster, it can lead to severe consequences.

Topics

• judgment
• deliverance
• obedience
• consequences
• divine intervention
• exodus

Related Verses

• Exodus 11:5
• Exodus 12:29
• Revelation 6:8
• Numbers 33:4
• Psalm 105:36

Frequently Asked Questions

Why did Pharaoh and the Egyptians cry out?

They cried out because of the devastating loss of life, particularly the death of every firstborn, which was a direct judgment from God for their refusal to release the Israelites from slavery.

What does this verse tell us about God's judgment?

It shows that God's judgment can be severe and that it affects everyone, emphasizing the seriousness of disobeying God's commands.

How does this verse relate to the Passover?

This verse describes the final plague, which led to Pharaoh's decision to let the Israelites go, marking the start of the Passover celebration, commemorating the Israelites' deliverance.

Can you give an example of a modern scenario similar to this?

A modern scenario could be a community ignoring warnings about an environmental crisis until it leads to catastrophic consequences, prompting immediate action to prevent further damage.