Exodus 6:11
Go in, speak unto Pharaoh king of Egypt, that he let the children of Israel go out of his land.
Original Language Analysis
דַבֵּ֔ר
in speak
H1696
דַבֵּ֔ר
in speak
Strong's:
H1696
Word #:
2 of 11
perhaps properly, to arrange; but used figuratively (of words), to speak; rarely (in a destructive sense) to subdue
וִֽישַׁלַּ֥ח
go out
H7971
וִֽישַׁלַּ֥ח
go out
Strong's:
H7971
Word #:
7 of 11
to send away, for, or out (in a great variety of applications)
אֶת
H853
אֶת
Strong's:
H853
Word #:
8 of 11
properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)
בְּנֵֽי
that he let the children
H1121
בְּנֵֽי
that he let the children
Strong's:
H1121
Word #:
9 of 11
a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or
Historical Context
Ancient Near Eastern covenant formulas used repetitive structures to emphasize commitment. The detailed promises in verses 4-11 establish the legal and relational foundation for the Exodus.
Questions for Reflection
- Which aspect of God's comprehensive salvation most speaks to your need?
- How does this covenant structure foreshadow Christ's redemption?
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Analysis & Commentary
Verse 11 continues the covenantal reaffirmation. God's sevenfold promise ('I will bring out, deliver, redeem, take, be your God, bring in, give') comprehensively describes salvation from multiple angles, foreshadowing the gospel's complete deliverance.