Exodus 14:17
Exodus 14:17 in Multiple Translations
And I will harden the hearts of the Egyptians so that they will go in after them. Then I will gain honor by means of Pharaoh and all his army and chariots and horsemen.
And I, behold, I will harden the hearts of the Egyptians, and they shall follow them: and I will get me honour upon Pharaoh, and upon all his host, upon his chariots, and upon his horsemen.
And I, behold, I will harden the hearts of the Egyptians, and they shall go in after them: and I will get me honor upon Pharaoh, and upon all his host, upon his chariots, and upon his horsemen.
And I will make the heart of the Egyptians hard, and they will go in after them: and I will be honoured over Pharaoh and over his army, his war-carriages, and his horsemen.
I will give the Egyptians a stubborn, hard-hearted attitude so that they will chase in after them. Then I will gain respect through what happens to Pharaoh and all his army, chariots, and horsemen.
And I, beholde, I will harden the heart of the Egyptians, that they may follow them, and I wil get me honour vpon Pharaoh, and vpon all his host, vpon his charets, and vpon his horsemen.
'And I — lo, I am strengthening the heart of the Egyptians, and they go in after them, and I am honoured on Pharaoh, and on all his force, on his chariots, and on his horsemen;
Behold, I myself will harden the hearts of the Egyptians, and they will go in after them. I will get myself honor over Pharaoh, and over all his armies, over his chariots, and over his horsemen.
And I, behold I, will harden the hearts of the Egyptians, and they shall follow them: and I will get me honor upon Pharaoh, and upon all his host, upon his chariots and upon his horsemen.
And I will harden the heart of the Egyptians to pursue you: and I will be glorified in Pharao, and in all his host, and in his chariots, and in his horsemen.
I will make the Egyptians stubborn, so that they will try to follow you. And then as a result of what I will do to the king and his army and his chariots and his horsemen, my people will praise/thank me.
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Hebrew Word Reference — Exodus 14:17
Study Notes — Exodus 14:17
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- Gill's Exposition on Exodus 14:17
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Exodus 14:17
- Trapp's Commentary on Exodus 14:17
- Ellicott's Commentary on Exodus 14:17
- Cambridge Bible on Exodus 14:17
- Whedon's Commentary on Exodus 14:17
- Sermons on Exodus 14:17
Context — Parting the Red Sea
17And I will harden the hearts of the Egyptians so that they will go in after them. Then I will gain honor by means of Pharaoh and all his army and chariots and horsemen.
18The Egyptians will know that I am the LORD when I am honored through Pharaoh, his chariots, and his horsemen.” 19And the angel of God, who had gone before the camp of Israel, withdrew and went behind them. The pillar of cloud also moved from before them and stood behind them,Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Exodus 14:8 | And the LORD hardened the heart of Pharaoh king of Egypt so that he pursued the Israelites, who were marching out defiantly. |
| 2 | Exodus 14:4 | And I will harden Pharaoh’s heart so that he will pursue them. But I will gain honor by means of Pharaoh and all his army, and the Egyptians will know that I am the LORD.” So this is what the Israelites did. |
| 3 | Ezekiel 34:11 | For this is what the Lord GOD says: ‘Behold, I Myself will search for My flock and seek them out. |
| 4 | Ezekiel 34:20 | Therefore this is what the Lord GOD says to them: ‘Behold, I Myself will judge between the fat sheep and the lean sheep. |
| 5 | Deuteronomy 32:39 | See now that I am He; there is no God besides Me. I bring death and I give life; I wound and I heal, and there is no one who can deliver from My hand. |
| 6 | Ezekiel 6:3 | You are to say: ‘O mountains of Israel, hear the word of the Lord GOD! This is what the Lord GOD says to the mountains and hills, to the ravines and valleys: I am about to bring a sword against you, and I will destroy your high places. |
| 7 | Isaiah 51:12 | “I, even I, am He who comforts you. Why should you be afraid of mortal man, of a son of man who withers like grass? |
| 8 | Isaiah 48:15 | I, even I, have spoken; yes, I have called him. I have brought him, and he will succeed in his mission. |
| 9 | Ezekiel 5:8 | Therefore this is what the Lord GOD says: ‘Behold, I Myself am against you, Jerusalem, and I will execute judgments among you in the sight of the nations. |
| 10 | Hosea 5:14 | For I am like a lion to Ephraim and like a young lion to the house of Judah. I, even I, will tear them to pieces and then go away. I will carry them off where no one can rescue them. |
Exodus 14:17 Summary
[In Exodus 14:17, God says He will harden the hearts of the Egyptians so they will follow the Israelites, and then He will show His power and gain honor through their defeat. This means that God is in control and will use even the actions of those who oppose Him to bring glory to Himself (as seen in Romans 9:17). God's plan is to demonstrate His power and care for His people, and we can trust Him to do the same in our lives (Psalm 106:8-12). By trusting in God's sovereignty and plan, we can have confidence and peace, even in difficult circumstances.]
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does God harden the hearts of the Egyptians in Exodus 14:17?
God hardens the hearts of the Egyptians so that they will pursue the Israelites, allowing Him to demonstrate His power and gain honor through their defeat, as seen in Exodus 14:17 and also in Romans 9:17 where it says God raised up Pharaoh to show His power.
What does it mean for God to gain honor through Pharaoh and his army?
For God to gain honor through Pharaoh and his army means that He will demonstrate His superiority and power over them, showing that He is the one true God, as stated in Exodus 14:18 and also in Ezekiel 28:22 where God says He will be sanctified in the sight of the nations.
Is God being cruel by hardening the hearts of the Egyptians?
God is not being cruel, but rather He is fulfilling His sovereign plan, as seen in Exodus 14:17 and also in Proverbs 16:4 where it says God works everything out for His own purpose.
How does this verse relate to the overall story of the Israelites' escape from Egypt?
This verse is a key part of the story, as it sets the stage for the miraculous parting of the Red Sea and the destruction of the Egyptian army, demonstrating God's power and care for His people, as seen in Exodus 14:13-31 and also in Psalm 106:8-12 where it says God saved them for His name's sake.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that God has demonstrated His power and care in my own life, and how can I trust Him in difficult circumstances?
- How does the concept of God's sovereignty, as seen in Exodus 14:17, impact my understanding of His role in the world and in my life?
- What are some areas where I need to trust God's plan and timing, even when I don't understand what is happening?
- How can I apply the lesson of Exodus 14:17 to my own life, recognizing that God is always working to bring glory to Himself and to demonstrate His power?
Gill's Exposition on Exodus 14:17
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Exodus 14:17
Trapp's Commentary on Exodus 14:17
Ellicott's Commentary on Exodus 14:17
Cambridge Bible on Exodus 14:17
Whedon's Commentary on Exodus 14:17
Sermons on Exodus 14:17
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Crisis by George Verwer | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of understanding the Christian life as a life of grace, not driven by the law or false guilt. He encourages believers to rest |
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(Through the Bible) Ezekiel 31-35 by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, the speaker addresses the issue of churches putting on entertaining programs to draw crowds instead of focusing on sound doctrine. He emphasizes that people with it |
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The State of the church...pray Ye Therefore by Aaron Dunlop | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of prayer in fulfilling the duty of Christians to share the gospel with the world. The speaker highlights the condition of the |
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Testimonies of Those Who Were Seekers and Finders in the Hebrides Revival by Duncan Campbell | Duncan Campbell shares testimonies from the Hebrides Revival, emphasizing the transformative power of prayer and the seeking love of God. He recounts the experiences of individuals |
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An Expert Searcher by C.H. Spurgeon | C.H. Spurgeon emphasizes the Lord's unwavering commitment to seek and save His wandering sheep, illustrating how Jesus, as the Great Shepherd, actively searches for His elect who m |
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The Seeker and Saviour of the Lost by Horatius Bonar | Horatius Bonar emphasizes the mission of Jesus Christ as the Seeker and Savior of the lost, highlighting that He came specifically to save humanity, including children, who are equ |
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The Fold and the Flock by John Nelson Darby | John Nelson Darby emphasizes the significance of Jesus as the Good Shepherd in the context of His ministry to Israel, illustrating how His role is not just to lead but to provide s |







