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Exodus 13:1

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
And the LORD spake unto Moses, saying,
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

And the LORD spoke to Moses, saying,

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse introduces God beginning a new conversation with Moses.

📚 Historical Context

In the book of Exodus, this verse occurs right after the Israelites have been miraculously delivered from slavery in Egypt through the ten plagues, including the Passover, which spared their firstborn. God is speaking to Moses on Mount Sinai, continuing to establish laws and rituals for the newly freed nation as they prepare for their wilderness journey. This sets the stage for instructions on consecrating the firstborn to the Lord, as a reminder of His protection and claim on His people.

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