Exodus 8:17

Arabic Bible (GNA) Good News Arabic - 1993 (الترجمة العربية المشتركة)

فإنْ رفَضْتَ أنْ تُطلِقَهُم أُرسِلُ علَيكَ وعلى رِجالِكَ وشعبِكَ وبُيوتِكَ الذُّبَابَ‌ حتّى تمتَلئَ مِنهَا بُيوتُ المِصْريِّينَ والأرضُ الّتي هُم علَيها.

What Does This Mean?

In this verse from Exodus, Aaron, following God's command, uses his rod to strike the dust, and the dust turns into lice, infesting both people and animals in Egypt. This is one of the plagues God sends upon Egypt to free the Israelites.

Explained for Children

Imagine if you had a magic wand, and when you waved it over the dirt, suddenly all that dirt turned into tiny bugs that crawled on everyone and everything. That's what Aaron did to show God's power and to help free the Israelites from slavery in Egypt.

Historical Background

The Book of Exodus was written by Moses around 1446 BC. It was intended for the Israelites who were in the wilderness, to remind them of God's mighty acts and to encourage their faith in His promises. The cultural setting was that of ancient Egypt, where the Pharaoh was considered god-like and the Israelites were enslaved.

Living It Out Today

This verse can remind us of the power of God over nature and the small things in life, much like lice. In a modern scenario, when facing a seemingly minor but irritating problem at work or home, we can remember that God has the power to transform and overcome any obstacle.

Topics

• miracles
• power of God
• plagues
• faith
• deliverance
• oppression

Related Verses

• Exodus 8:1-4
• Numbers 31:21
• Psalm 105:31
• Psalm 135:12
• Revelation 16:10-11

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the significance of Aaron using the rod?

The rod was a symbol of God's authority and power. By using it, Aaron was acting on God's behalf, showing that the power to perform miracles came from God.

Why did God choose lice as a plague?

Lice were chosen to show God's power over the smallest things in nature and to demonstrate His control over all creation, even the most insignificant creatures.

What does this verse teach us about God's power?

This verse teaches us that God has power over nature and can transform matter in any way He chooses. It shows His sovereignty and His ability to deliver His people from oppression.

How does this plague relate to the Israelites' freedom?

The plagues, including the one of lice, were intended to break the Pharaoh's resistance to freeing the Israelites. Each plague was a demonstration of God's power over the gods of Egypt and a step towards the Israelites' eventual freedom.