Exodus 2:15

Key Reflection

In Exodus 2:15, when Moses explains his actions after killing an Egyptian who was mistreating a Hebrew to Reuel (Moses' father-in-law), the phrasing "Who made you a prince and a judge over us?" reflects the cultural context of Egypt where slaves often had no standing or rights. This question reveals the tension between those in power and the oppressed, as Moses is questioning his authority among his fellow Hebrews. Moses’ response, “Surely this thing is known,” indicates his awareness that his actions are now public knowledge, a consequence he feared might lead to retaliation or further complications.