Exodus 10:24
Exodus 10:24 in Multiple Translations
Then Pharaoh summoned Moses and said, “Go, worship the LORD. Even your little ones may go with you; only your flocks and herds must stay behind.”
¶ And Pharaoh called unto Moses, and said, Go ye, serve the LORD; only let your flocks and your herds be stayed: let your little ones also go with you.
And Pharaoh called unto Moses, and said, Go ye, serve Jehovah; only let your flocks and your herds be stayed: let your little ones also go with you.
Then Pharaoh sent for Moses, and said, Go and give worship to the Lord; only let your flocks and your herds be kept here: your little ones may go with you.
Eventually Pharaoh called for Moses. “Go and worship the Lord,” he said. “Just leave your flocks and herds here. You can even take your children with you.”
The Pharaoh called for Moses and said, Go, serue the Lord: onely your sheepe and your cattel shall abide, and your children shall go with you.
And Pharaoh calleth unto Moses and saith, 'Go ye, serve Jehovah, only your flock and your herd are stayed, your infants also go with you;'
Pharaoh called to Moses, and said, “Go, serve the LORD. Only let your flocks and your herds stay behind. Let your little ones also go with you.”
And Pharaoh called to Moses, and said, Go ye, serve the LORD; only let your flocks and your herds be stayed: let your little ones also go with you.
And Pharao called Moses and Aaron, and said to them: Go sacrifice to the Lord: let your sheep only, and herds remain; let your children go with you.
The king summoned Moses/me and said, “All right, you may go and worship Yahweh. Your wives and your children may go with you. But your flocks of sheep and goats and your herds of cattle must remain here.”
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Hebrew Word Reference — Exodus 10:24
Study Notes — Exodus 10:24
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- Exodus 10:24 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Exodus 10:24
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Exodus 10:24
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Exodus 10:24
- Trapp's Commentary on Exodus 10:24
- Ellicott's Commentary on Exodus 10:24
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Exodus 10:24
- Cambridge Bible on Exodus 10:24
- Barnes' Notes on Exodus 10:24
- Whedon's Commentary on Exodus 10:24
- Sermons on Exodus 10:24
Context — The Ninth Plague: Darkness
24Then Pharaoh summoned Moses and said, “Go, worship the LORD. Even your little ones may go with you; only your flocks and herds must stay behind.”
25But Moses replied, “You must also provide us with sacrifices and burnt offerings to present to the LORD our God. 26Even our livestock must go with us; not a hoof will be left behind, for we will need some of them to worship the LORD our God, and we will not know how we are to worship the LORD until we arrive.”Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Exodus 10:8–10 | So Moses and Aaron were brought back to Pharaoh. “Go, worship the LORD your God,” he said. “But who exactly will be going?” “We will go with our young and old,” Moses replied. “We will go with our sons and daughters, and with our flocks and herds, for we must hold a feast to the LORD.” Then Pharaoh told them, “May the LORD be with you if I ever let you go with your little ones. Clearly you are bent on evil. |
| 2 | Exodus 8:28 | Pharaoh answered, “I will let you go and sacrifice to the LORD your God in the wilderness, but you must not go very far. Now pray for me.” |
| 3 | Genesis 34:23 | Will not their livestock, their possessions, and all their animals become ours? Only let us consent to them, and they will dwell among us.” |
| 4 | Exodus 9:28 | Pray to the LORD, for there has been enough of God’s thunder and hail. I will let you go; you do not need to stay any longer.” |
Exodus 10:24 Summary
[In this verse, Pharaoh is trying to make a deal with Moses, allowing the Israelites to go worship the Lord, but only if they leave their flocks and herds behind. This shows that Pharaoh is still trying to control the Israelites and their possessions, similar to how he has been throughout the story. However, as we see in Exodus 10:25-26, Moses insists that all their livestock must also go with them, demonstrating his trust in God's provision, as seen in Psalm 23:1-4. By looking at Pharaoh's offer, we can learn about the importance of trusting God and following His will, even when faced with pressure or opposition, as Jesus teaches in Matthew 6:24.]
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Pharaoh suddenly allow the Israelites to go worship the Lord?
Pharaoh's decision to let the Israelites go worship the Lord was likely due to the intense pressure and suffering caused by the darkness that covered Egypt for three days, as seen in Exodus 10:22, which made him realize his need to appease the God of the Israelites, as mentioned in Exodus 10:24.
What does Pharaoh mean by 'your little ones'?
When Pharaoh says 'your little ones', he is referring to the children of the Israelites, as seen in Exodus 10:24, which includes all the young and vulnerable members of the Israelite community, similar to how God cares for the little ones in Matthew 18:10 and Mark 10:14.
Why did Pharaoh want the flocks and herds to stay behind?
Pharaoh wanted the flocks and herds to stay behind because they were a significant part of Egypt's wealth and economy, and by keeping them, Pharaoh was attempting to maintain some control over the Israelites and their possessions, as mentioned in Exodus 10:24.
Is Pharaoh's offer a genuine attempt to let the Israelites go?
Pharaoh's offer to let the Israelites go worship the Lord, while allowing their little ones to go with them, is not a genuine attempt to free the Israelites, but rather a half-hearted compromise, as seen in Exodus 10:24, which is later clarified by Moses in Exodus 10:25-26, where he insists that all their livestock must also go with them.
Reflection Questions
- What are the areas in my life where I am trying to compromise with God, similar to Pharaoh's half-hearted offer?
- How can I, like Moses, stand firm in my faith and insist on following God's will, even when faced with opposition or pressure?
- What are the 'flocks and herds' in my life that I am holding onto, and how can I trust God to provide for me as I follow Him?
- In what ways can I, like the Israelites, experience the light and presence of God in the midst of darkness and uncertainty, as seen in Exodus 10:23?
Gill's Exposition on Exodus 10:24
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Exodus 10:24
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Exodus 10:24
Trapp's Commentary on Exodus 10:24
Ellicott's Commentary on Exodus 10:24
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Exodus 10:24
Cambridge Bible on Exodus 10:24
Barnes' Notes on Exodus 10:24
Whedon's Commentary on Exodus 10:24
Sermons on Exodus 10:24
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(Exodus) Exodus 10:1-7 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the preacher discusses how God hardened Pharaoh's heart in order to reveal his true nature as a godless man. The preacher explains that God could have immediately t |
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(Exodus) Exodus 10:8-11 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the subtle temptation that Christian parents face in wanting their children to succeed in the world. He emphasizes the importance of training |
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(Exodus) Exodus 8:20-32 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the importance of making a choice between following the ways of the world or living according to God's word. He uses the analogy of two horse |
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Redemption by G.W. North | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the theme of redemption and the significance of the Passover in the Bible. He emphasizes that God's love for Israel led him to redeem them c |


