Exodus 10:18

Authorized King James Version

And he went out from Pharaoh, and intreated the LORD.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
וַיֵּצֵ֖א
And he went out
to go (causatively, bring) out, in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively, direct and proxim
#2
מֵעִ֣ם
adverb or preposition, with (i.e., in conjunction with), in varied applications; specifically, equally with; often with prepositional prefix (and then
#3
פַּרְעֹ֑ה
from Pharaoh
paroh, a general title of egyptian kings
#4
וַיֶּעְתַּ֖ר
and intreated
to burn incense in worship, i.e., intercede (reciprocally, listen to prayer)
#5
אֶל
near, with or among; often in general, to
#6
יְהוָֽה׃
the LORD
(the) self-existent or eternal; jeho-vah, jewish national name of god

Analysis

Within the broader context of Exodus, this passage highlights salvation through declarative statements that establish theological truth. The theological weight of divine sovereignty connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about divine sovereignty, contributing to our understanding of God's nature and relationship with humanity. This verse contributes to the book's overall argument by building upon previous themes while advancing the overall message of Exodus.

Historical Context

The literary and historical milieu of the literary conventions and historical circumstances of biblical literature shapes this text's meaning. The historical development of salvation within the theological tradition of Exodus Understanding the ancient worldview that shaped the author's theological expression helps modern readers appreciate why the author emphasizes divine sovereignty in this particular way.

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