Exodus 9:7

Key Reflection

In Exodus 9:7, the LORD executed a second plague on Egypt, striking down all the livestock in the land of Egypt while sparing the Israelites. The original audience would have seen this as a direct and dramatic demonstration of God's sovereignty, contrasting sharply with the previous plagues that only affected Egyptians, reinforcing the message that He was specifically protecting His people. This divine judgment on Egyptian animals highlighted the distinction between the Hebrews and their oppressors, emphasizing the severity of God’s wrath against Egypt while ensuring His faithfulness to his covenant with Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob.