And a mixed multitude went up also with them; and flocks, and herds, even very much cattle.
A large crowd of various people also went with them, along with flocks of sheep, herds of cattle, and many other animals.
This verse shows that when the Israelites left Egypt, they weren't alone - many other people and lots of livestock joined them in their journey to freedom.
📚 Historical Context
During the Exodus from Egypt, after the ten plagues and the Passover event, the Israelites were preparing to leave the land where they had been enslaved for generations. A "mixed multitude" of people, likely including Egyptians and others who witnessed God's power and feared further judgment, chose to join the Israelites in their departure. This group traveled alongside them with large numbers of flocks, herds, and cattle, reflecting the wealth the Israelites had acquired as they fled.
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