Exodus 6:11

"The LORD spoke to Moses, saying,"

Key Reflection

In the narrative of Exodus, God speaks directly to Moses, establishing his authority and purpose as a leader. The original audience would have recognized this as part of a divine revelation, confirming Moses' role in leading the Israelites out of Egypt. This direct communication from God was crucial for both establishing Moses' credibility among the people and ensuring that they understood their liberation as coming directly from Yahweh himself.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Go out of his land -Moses is now bidden to demand not a permission for a three days’ journey (Exodus 3:18note), which might be within the boundaries of Egypt, but for departure from the land.

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