Exodus 32:11

French (La Sainte Bible par Louis Segond 1910)

Moïse implora l'Eternel, son Dieu, et dit: Pourquoi, ô Eternel! ta colère s'enflammerait-elle contre ton peuple, que tu as fait sortir du pays d'Egypte par une grande puissance et par une main forte?

What Does This Mean?

In Exodus 32:11, Moses pleads with God to not be angry at the Israelites, whom God delivered from Egypt. Moses reminds God of His great power and the promise of deliverance.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're playing with your friends, and they do something naughty. Your mom is really upset, but you tell her, 'Mom, these are my friends, and you've been so nice to us all this time, bringing us ice cream and toys. Don't be mad at them, please!' That's kind of what Moses is doing here, asking God not to be angry with the Israelites.

Historical Background

The Book of Exodus was written by Moses around 1440-1400 BCE. This verse captures Moses' intercession when the Israelites had made a golden calf to worship, showing the historical context of God's relationship with His people and Moses' role as a mediator.

Living It Out Today

In modern scenarios, this verse can be applied when someone is trying to mediate between a wronged party and those who have made a mistake. For example, a manager interceding for an employee who has made a serious error, reminding the boss of the employee's past good work and the effort required to bring them to the company.

Topics

• intercession
• forgiveness
• anger management
• mediation
• salvation
• promise

Related Verses

• Numbers 14:13
• Deuteronomy 9:18
• Psalms 106:23
• James 5:16
• Romans 8:34

Frequently Asked Questions

Why was Moses pleading with God?

Moses was pleading because the Israelites had made a golden calf, showing a lack of faith, and God was angry, potentially planning to destroy them.

What does Moses remind God of in his plea?

Moses reminds God of His promise and the great power He used to deliver the Israelites from Egypt, appealing to God's mercy.

How can we apply Moses' example in our lives?

We can learn to intercede for others, especially those who have made mistakes, reminding the higher authority of past good deeds and the effort to improve.

What does this verse teach us about God?

This verse shows God's capacity for anger but also His willingness to listen to intercession, highlighting the importance of prayer and mediation.