Acts 7:26

"He supposed that his brothers understood that God, by his hand, was giving them deliverance; but they didn’t understand."

Key Reflection

In Acts 7:26, Stephen describes how Moses believed his brothers were aware of God's plan to use him for deliverance from their Egyptian oppressors. However, the Israelites did not grasp Moses' intentions or the divine purpose behind his actions. This cultural context highlights the initial lack of understanding between Moses and his fellow Hebrews, a theme that would resonate throughout their history and foreshadow the broader message of God's redemptive plan often being misunderstood by His people.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verse 26. And the next day. Ex 2:13. He shewed himself. He appeared in a sudden and unexpected manner to them. Unto them. That is, to two of the Hebrews, Ex 2:13. As they strove. As they were engaged in a quarrel. Have set them at one. Greek, "would have urged them to peace." This he did by remonstrating with the man that did the wrong. Saying. What follows is not quoted literally from the account which Moses gives, but it is substantially the same. Sirs. Greek, "men." Ye are brethren. You belong not only to the same nation, but you are brethren and companions in affliction, and should not, therefore, contend with each other.

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