Exodus 10:6
"and they shall cover the surface of the earth, so that one won’t be able to see the earth. They shall eat the residue of that which has escaped, which remains to you from the hail, and shall eat every tree which grows for you out of the field."
Key Reflection
In Exodus 10:6, Moses describes to Pharaoh's servants the devastating locust plague that is about to engulf Egypt. The locusts are so numerous they will blot out the sun and cover the entire land, making it impossible to see the earth beneath them. This imagery would have been starkly terrifying for the original audience, emphasizing the severity of the plagues and their impact on agriculture, which was a critical part of Egyptian economy and daily life. The locusts are not just consuming crops but also eating anything that remains from previous plagues like hail, further illustrating the completeness of the devastation.
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From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes