Exodus 34:8
Exodus 34:8 in Multiple Translations
Moses immediately bowed down to the ground and worshiped.
And Moses made haste, and bowed his head toward the earth, and worshipped.
And Moses made haste, and bowed his head toward the earth, and worshipped.
Then Moses quickly went down on his face in worship.
Moses quickly bowed down to the ground, and worshiped.
Then Moses made haste and bowed him selfe to the earth, and worshipped,
And Moses hasteth, and boweth to the earth, and doth obeisance,
Moses hurried and bowed his head toward the earth, and worshiped.
And Moses made haste, and bowed his head towards the earth, and worshiped.
And Moses making haste, bowed down prostrate unto the earth, and adoring,
Moses/I quickly prostrated himself/myself on the ground and worshiped Yahweh.
Berean Amplified Bible — Exodus 34:8
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Exodus 34:8 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יְמַהֵ֖ר
מֹשֶׁ֑ה
וַ/יִּקֹּ֥ד
אַ֖רְצָ/ה
וַ/יִּשְׁתָּֽחוּ
וַ/יְמַהֵ֖ר
mâhar
H4116
to hasten
Conj | V-Piel-ConsecImperf-3ms
מֹשֶׁ֑ה
Môsheh
H4872
Moses
N-proper
וַ/יִּקֹּ֥ד
qâdad
H6915
to bow
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
אַ֖רְצָ/ה
ʼerets
H776
land
N-cs | Suff
וַ/יִּשְׁתָּֽחוּ
shâchâh
H7812
to bow
Conj | V-Hithpael-ConsecImperf-3ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — Exodus 34:8
וַ/יְמַהֵ֖ר
mâhar
H4116
"to hasten"
Conj | V-Piel-ConsecImperf-3ms
This word means to hurry or do something quickly, like when someone is in a rush. It can also mean to buy something by paying a price. The Bible uses it in Genesis.
Definition: 1)(Qal) to hasten 1a) (Niphal) to be hurried, be anxious 1a) hasty, precipitate, impetuous 1b) (Piel) 1b1) to hasten, make haste 1b2) hasten (used as adverb with another verb) 1b3) to hasten, prepare quickly, do quickly, bring quickly
Usage: Occurs in 60 OT verses. KJV: be carried headlong, fearful, (cause to make, in, make) haste(-n, -ily), (be) hasty, (fetch, make ready) [idiom] quickly, rash, [idiom] shortly, (be so) [idiom] soon, make speed, [idiom] speedily, [idiom] straightway, [idiom] suddenly, swift. See also: Genesis 18:6; 1 Samuel 28:24; Psalms 16:4.
מֹשֶׁ֑ה
Môsheh
H4872
"Moses"
N-proper
Moses, the Israelite leader, was born to Amram and Jochebed and led the Exodus from Egypt. He received the law from God and is considered a key figure in the Bible. Moses means 'drawn' in Hebrew.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Exo.2.10; son of: Amram (H6019) and Jochebed (H3115); brother of: Aaron (H0175) and Miriam (H4813); married to Zipporah (H6855); father of: Gershom (H1647) and Eliezer (H0461H); also called Manasseh at Jdg.18.30(?) § Moses = "drawn" the prophet and lawgiver, leader of the exodus
Usage: Occurs in 704 OT verses. KJV: Moses. See also: Exodus 2:10; Exodus 13:1; Exodus 32:21.
וַ/יִּקֹּ֥ד
qâdad
H6915
"to bow"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
To bow means to shrivel up or bend the body in deference. In the Bible, it is often used to describe showing respect or worship, like bowing down to God. This act is seen in many stories, including those of Moses and the prophets.
Definition: (Qal) to bow down
Usage: Occurs in 15 OT verses. KJV: bow (down) (the) head, stoop. See also: Genesis 24:26; 1 Samuel 24:9; Nehemiah 8:6.
אַ֖רְצָ/ה
ʼerets
H776
"land"
N-cs | Suff
The land or earth refers to the soil or ground, and can also mean a country, territory, or region. In the Bible, it is used to describe the earth and its inhabitants, and is often translated as 'land' or 'country'.
Definition: : soil 1) land, earth 1a) earth 1a1) whole earth (as opposed to a part) 1a2) earth (as opposed to heaven) 1a3) earth (inhabitants) 1b) land 1b1) country, territory 1b2) district, region 1b3) tribal territory 1b4) piece of ground 1b5) land of Canaan, Israel 1b6) inhabitants of land 1b7) Sheol, land without return, (under) world 1b8) city (-state) 1c) ground, surface of the earth 1c1) ground 1c2) soil 1d) (in phrases) 1d1) people of the land 1d2) space or distance of country (in measurements of distance) 1d3) level or plain country 1d4) land of the living 1d5) end(s) of the earth 1e) (almost wholly late in usage) 1e1) lands, countries 1e1a) often in contrast to Canaan
Usage: Occurs in 2190 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] common, country, earth, field, ground, land, [idiom] natins, way, [phrase] wilderness, world. See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 18:18; Genesis 42:13.
וַ/יִּשְׁתָּֽחוּ
shâchâh
H7812
"to bow"
Conj | V-Hithpael-ConsecImperf-3ms
This Hebrew word means to bow down, often as a sign of respect or worship. It is used in Genesis 24:52 to describe Abraham's servant bowing down to God. The word is about showing humility and respect to someone or something.
Definition: 1) to bow down 1a) (Qal) to bow down 1b)(Hiphil) to depress (fig) 1c) (Hithpael) 1c1) to bow down, prostrate oneself 1c1a) before superior in homage 1c1b) before God in worship 1c1c) before false gods 1c1d) before angel
Usage: Occurs in 166 OT verses. KJV: bow (self) down, crouch, fall down (flat), humbly beseech, do (make) obeisance, do reverence, make to stoop, worship. See also: Genesis 18:2; 1 Kings 9:9; Psalms 5:8.
Study Notes — Exodus 34:8
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Context — New Stone Tablets
6Then the LORD passed in front of Moses and called out: “The LORD, the LORD God, is compassionate and gracious, slow to anger, abounding in loving devotion and faithfulness,
7maintaining loving devotion to a thousand generations, forgiving iniquity, transgression, and sin. Yet He will by no means leave the guilty unpunished; He will visit the iniquity of the fathers on their children and grandchildren to the third and fourth generations.”
8Moses immediately bowed down to the ground and worshiped.
9“O Lord,” he said, “if I have indeed found favor in Your sight, my Lord, please go with us. Although this is a stiff-necked people, forgive our iniquity and sin, and take us as Your inheritance.” 10And the LORD said, “Behold, I am making a covenant. Before all your people I will perform wonders that have never been done in any nation in all the world. All the people among whom you live will see the LORD’s work, for it is an awesome thing that I am doing with you.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Exodus 4:31 | and they believed. And when they heard that the LORD had attended to the Israelites and had seen their affliction, they bowed down and worshiped. |
| 2 | 2 Chronicles 20:18 | Then Jehoshaphat bowed facedown, and all the people of Judah and Jerusalem fell down before the LORD to worship Him. |
| 3 | Genesis 17:3 | Then Abram fell facedown, and God said to him, |
Exodus 34:8 Summary
[Exodus 34:8 shows us that when we encounter God's greatness and mercy, our natural response should be worship and reverence, just like Moses. This means humbly acknowledging God's power and love, and recognizing our dependence on Him, as seen in Psalm 103:8-12. As we reflect on God's character, we can cultivate a deeper sense of awe and adoration, leading us to worship Him in spirit and truth, as Jesus taught in John 4:23-24.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What prompted Moses to bow down and worship in Exodus 34:8?
Moses bowed down and worshiped after the Lord passed in front of him, proclaiming His compassionate and gracious nature, as stated in Exodus 34:6-7, which highlighted God's loving devotion and faithfulness, as well as His justice in punishing the guilty, as seen in Exodus 34:7.
How does Moses' response in Exodus 34:8 demonstrate his understanding of God's character?
Moses' immediate worship in Exodus 34:8 shows that he grasped the magnitude of God's merciful and just character, as revealed in Exodus 34:6-7, and this understanding evoked a deep reverence and humility in him, similar to the response of the prophet Isaiah in Isaiah 6:1-5 when he encountered God's glory.
What can we learn from Moses' example of worship in Exodus 34:8?
Moses' example teaches us the importance of responding to God's revelation with humility and worship, recognizing His majesty and greatness, as encouraged in Psalm 95:6-7, and acknowledging our dependence on His mercy and grace, as expressed in Psalm 103:8-12.
How does this verse relate to the broader theme of worship in the Bible?
Exodus 34:8 is part of a larger biblical theme that emphasizes the importance of worshiping God in spirit and truth, as Jesus taught in John 4:23-24, and it highlights the need for believers to cultivate a heart of reverence and adoration for God, as seen in Revelation 4:8-11.
Reflection Questions
- What aspects of God's character, as revealed in Exodus 34:6-7, inspire worship and reverence in your own heart?
- How can you, like Moses, cultivate a deeper understanding of God's nature and respond with humility and adoration?
- In what ways can you apply the principles of worship and reverence demonstrated by Moses in Exodus 34:8 to your daily life and relationship with God?
- What are some practical steps you can take to prioritize worship and recognize God's majesty in your daily experiences, as encouraged in Psalm 100:4-5?
Gill's Exposition on Exodus 34:8
And Moses made haste,.... Perceiving the voice ceased, and the Lord was passing on, lest he should be gone, and he lose the favourable opportunity he had: and bowed his head toward the earth, and
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Exodus 34:8
And Moses made haste, and bowed his head toward the earth, and worshipped. Moses ... bowed ... and worshipped.
Trapp's Commentary on Exodus 34:8
Exodus 34:8 And Moses made haste, and bowed his head toward the earth, and worshipped.Ver. 8. And Moses made haste.] It was time for him. The more any man sees of God, the lower he falls in his own eyes: as he that hath looked intently upon the sun, sees little when he looks down again.
Ellicott's Commentary on Exodus 34:8
(8) Moses made haste, and bowed his head.—As the Divine glory passed before him, Moses bowed his head in adoration, worshipping God, and not daring to look until the glory had gone by. It is thus seen that with his ardent desire to look into the things of God he combined the highest and deepest reverence.
Cambridge Bible on Exodus 34:8
8. Moses now reverently does obeisance (cf. Exodus 4:31, Exodus 12:27).
Sermons on Exodus 34:8
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Where Do I Stand With God by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the speaker discusses a scene from the Bible where Israel is at its lowest point after committing a blasphemous sin against God. Moses, who had seen the wrath of Go |
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3 Truths, 3 Enemies & 4 Ways God Answers Prayer by Jack David Daniels | In this sermon, the preacher discusses three truths about prayer, three enemies of prayer, and four ways God answers prayer. He emphasizes the importance of not just talking about |
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What God Can Do Part 3 of 3 by Yorrie Richards | This sermon recounts a powerful testimony of a man's journey in sharing his faith despite personal struggles, including a chronic stutter. It highlights the importance of persisten |
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They Bowed Their Heads and Worshipped by Carter Conlon | This sermon emphasizes the importance of bowing our heads in worship and surrendering to God's plan, especially in dark and challenging times. It calls for setting apart our homes |
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They Are Attended With a Christian Tenderness of Spirit. by Jonathan Edwards | Jonathan Edwards preaches about the contrast between gracious affections that soften the heart and false affections that harden it. Gracious affections lead to a Christian tenderne |
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Spontaneous Worship by David Wilkerson | David Wilkerson emphasizes the significance of spontaneous worship, as demonstrated by Moses in Exodus 34:8, where he worships after experiencing a profound revelation of God's mer |
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Desert Survival Series Pt 17- Moses the Servant of God by Don Courville | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the story of the Israelites being freed from the bondage of Egypt and their journey to the land of Canaan. He highlights that while God deliv |