Exodus 4:26 meaning
In the dramatic narrative of Moses, God's serious confrontation during his journey stands as a poignant reminder of the covenant responsibilities we carry. During a critical moment, God sought to kill Moses, perhaps as a consequence of his neglect in circumcising his son, Gershom. This act of disobedience not only endangered Moses' life but also symbolized a broader theme of the necessity of spiritual readiness for divine service. The circumcision of Gershom, performed by Zipporah, highlights the urgent need for obedience to God's commands, especially regarding covenant signs, which for Moses' family had been overlooked.
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Deeper Commentary Covering this Verse:
- Exodus 4:18-31 meaning. All of Moses’ objections have now been answered, and he was convinced that the LORD would be with him as he goes back to Egypt. But there was another confrontation between the LORD and Moses concerning his son not being circumcised. Once that issue was resolved, Moses and Aaron could return to Egypt and speak to the leaders of Israel in Egypt, persuading them through Aaron's words and Moses' miraculous signs. There are four sections to this passage:
Other Relevant Commentaries:
- Hosea 11:1-7 meaning. The LORD announces that since Israel has refused His prophetic warning and will not repent, in spite of all the care and blessing God has provided them, Assyria will now conquer them. Assyria will be Israel’s new king.
- Zechariah 14:12-15 meaning. The LORD will strike Jerusalem's enemies with a plague that will rot out their feet and tongues and kill their animals. Panic will confuse them, prompting them to attack one another. Meanwhile, the Judeans will join the residents of Jerusalem in collecting the spoils of the enemy.
- Genesis 17:12-14 meaning. God gives further instructions about circumcision; Male babies who are 8 days old, even servants either born or bought must be circumcised. Anyone who is not circumcised has broken God's covenant.
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