And the LORD said unto Moses, Stretch out thine hand over the sea, that the waters may come again upon the Egyptians, upon their chariots, and upon their horsemen.
And the LORD said to Moses, 'Stretch out your hand over the sea, so that the waters will flow back over the Egyptians, over their chariots, and over their soldiers on horses.'
God is instructing Moses to bring the sea waters back down on the Egyptian army that was pursuing the Israelites.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is from the book of Exodus, which describes the Israelites' escape from slavery in Egypt under Moses' leadership. In this moment, the Israelites have safely crossed the Red Sea after God miraculously parted the waters, and the Egyptian army is pursuing them; God now commands Moses to stretch out his hand to bring the waters back, resulting in the destruction of the Egyptians. This event highlights the historical conflict between the Israelites and the Egyptians, showcasing God's intervention as a fulfillment of His covenant promises.
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