Exodus 9:19
Arabic SAB (الكتاب الشريف)
فَالْآنَ أَرْسِلْ وَاجْمَعْ مَوَاشِيَكَ وَكُلَّ مَا لَكَ فِي الْحَقْلِ. لِأَنَّ كُلَّ مَنْ يَبْقَى فِي الْحَقْلِ مِنَ النَّاسِ وَالْبَهَائِمِ، وَلَا يَلْجَأُ إِلَى مَكَانٍ يَحْتَمِي فِيهِ، يَسْقُطُ عَلَيْهِ الْبَرَدُ فَيَمُوتُ.‘“
What Does This Mean?
This verse is from God, speaking to Pharaoh during the plagues in Egypt. God warns Pharaoh to gather his animals and belongings indoors to protect them from an impending hailstorm that will kill any living thing left outside.
Explained for Children
Imagine you have a pet dog, and you're told a big storm is coming. God is telling Pharaoh to bring all his animals inside, just like you would bring your dog inside during a big storm to keep it safe.
Historical Background
Exodus was written by Moses around 1446 BC, recounting events that took place around 1513 BC. The audience was the Israelites, and the cultural setting was the harsh environment of ancient Egypt under Pharaoh's rule.
Living It Out Today
Today, this verse can remind us of the importance of heeding warnings and taking action to protect what we value. For example, if there's a weather alert for a storm, we should prepare our homes and secure our belongings.
Topics
warningprotectionnatureobediencejudgmentwarning signs
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is God warning in this verse?
God is warning Pharaoh, the ruler of Egypt, to protect his people and livestock from the impending hailstorm.
What happens to those who don't follow God's instructions?
Those who don't bring their animals and belongings indoors will suffer the consequences of the hailstorm, which will result in death for any living thing left outside.
How does this verse relate to modern-day situations?
This verse reminds us to listen to warnings and take necessary precautions, such as preparing for natural disasters by following weather alerts and taking protective actions.
What can we learn about God's character from this verse?
We see God's justice and mercy in this verse. God warns Pharaoh to protect his people, showing His desire to save lives, while also demonstrating His authority through the coming judgment.