Exodus 8:15

Arabic Bible AVD 1999 (الكتاب المقدس)

فَلَمَّا رَأَى فِرْعَوْنُ أَنَّهُ قَدْ حَصَلَ ٱلْفَرَجُ أَغْلَظَ قَلْبَهُ وَلَمْ يَسْمَعْ لَهُمَا، كَمَا تَكَلَّمَ ٱلرَّبُّ.

What Does This Mean?

This verse tells us that after the frogs went away, Pharaoh became stubborn again and did not listen to Moses and Aaron, just as God had predicted. It shows Pharaoh's refusal to change his ways despite signs from God.

Explained for Children

Imagine you've been playing in the rain and got wet, but when the sun comes out, you don't dry off because you're too stubborn. That's like Pharaoh. Even though the frogs went away, he wouldn't listen to Moses and Aaron, just like God said he wouldn't.

Historical Background

The book of Exodus was likely written by Moses during the Israelites' journey through the wilderness. This particular verse is set during the plagues of Egypt, when God was showing Pharaoh His power. The Israelites, Pharaoh, and the Egyptians are the main audiences.

Living It Out Today

In a modern scenario, imagine your boss refuses to implement new safety measures despite clear evidence of their effectiveness, just as Pharaoh refused to listen despite the clear signs from God. This can teach us about the consequences of stubbornness and the importance of being open to guidance.

Topics

• stubbornness
• divine intervention
• pharaoh
• plagues
• obedience
• resistance

Related Verses

• Exodus 4:21
• Exodus 7:3
• Exodus 9:12
• Romans 9:18
• 2 Chronicles 36:16

Frequently Asked Questions

Why did Pharaoh's heart harden?

Pharaoh's heart hardened because he refused to listen to Moses and Aaron despite the signs of God's power, showing his stubbornness and lack of faith.

How did God predict Pharaoh's reaction?

Beforehand, God told Moses that Pharaoh would harden his heart, showing God's knowledge and control over the situation.

What does the word 'respite' mean in this verse?

Respite means a period of relief from something difficult or unpleasant, in this case, the frogs that had been plaguing Egypt.

How does this verse relate to the theme of obedience?

This verse highlights the importance of obedience as Pharaoh's disobedience led to further difficulties, demonstrating the consequences of not heeding God's guidance.