Exodus 7:21

Arabic Simplified (الكِتاب المُقَدَّس: التَّرْجَمَةُ العَرَبِيَّةُ المُبَسَّطَةُ)

وَمَاتَ السَّمَكُ، وَصَارَتْ رَائِحَةُ النِّيلِ كَرِيهَةً، حَتَّى إنَّ المِصْرِيِّينَ لَمْ يَسْتَطِيعُوا أنْ يَشْرَبُوا مِنْهُ. وَكَانَ الدَّمُ فِي كُلِّ أرْضِ مِصْرٍ.

What Does This Mean?

This verse describes a miracle where all the fish in the Nile died, the water turned to blood, and the Egyptians could not drink the water. It was part of the plagues that God sent to Egypt to free the Israelites. The key message is God's power over nature and His determination to deliver His people.

Explained for Children

Imagine if all the fish in your favorite lake suddenly died, the water turned red like ketchup, and everyone couldn't drink from it. That's what happened in this story. It shows how God can do amazing things to help people.

Historical Background

Exodus was written by Moses around 1446 BC. It was meant for the Israelites who were about to enter the Promised Land, reminding them of God's power and faithfulness. The cultural setting was Egypt, a superpower of the time.

Living It Out Today

Think about a time when your community faced a water crisis. Just as the Egyptians couldn't drink the water, we sometimes face situations where we feel powerless. This verse reminds us that God can provide solutions even in the toughest circumstances.

Topics

• miracles
• nature
• judgment
• deliverance
• God's power
• Egypt

Related Verses

• Revelation 8:8
• Genesis 1:21
• Psalms 105:29
• Amos 8:6
• Jeremiah 18:14

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the purpose of turning the Nile into blood?

The purpose was to show the Egyptians and the Israelites that God has control over nature and that He is the true God, demonstrating His power and determination to free the Israelites.

Why did the fish die in the Nile?

The fish died because the water turned into blood, which made it impossible for them to survive in the river, showing a dramatic effect of God's judgment.

What does this verse teach us about God?

This verse teaches us that God has power over nature and can use miracles to deliver His people from oppression, demonstrating His sovereignty and faithfulness.

How does this event relate to the overall story of Exodus?

This event is one of the plagues that God sent to Egypt, aimed at persuading Pharaoh to let the Israelites go, showing the progression of God's plan to free them from slavery.