Exodus 10:17
Exodus 10:17 in Multiple Translations
Now please forgive my sin once more and appeal to the LORD your God, that He may remove this death from me.”
Now therefore forgive, I pray thee, my sin only this once, and intreat the LORD your God, that he may take away from me this death only.
Now therefore forgive, I pray thee, my sin only this once, and entreat Jehovah your God, that he may take away from me this death only.
Let me now have forgiveness for my sin this time only, and make prayer to the Lord your God that he will take away from me this death only.
So please forgive my sin just this one time and plead with the Lord your God, asking him to at least take away this deathly plague from me.”
And nowe forgiue mee my sinne onely this once, and pray vnto the Lord your God, that hee may take away from me this death onely.
and now, bear with, I pray you, my sin, only this time, and make ye supplication to Jehovah your God, that He turn aside from off me only this death.'
Now therefore please forgive my sin again, and pray to the LORD your God, that he may also take away from me this death.”
Now therefore forgive, I pray thee, my sin only this once, and entreat the LORD your God that he may take away from me this death only.
But now forgive me my sin this time also, and pray to the Lord your God, that he take away from me this death.
So now I ask you to forgive me this one time for having sinned, and pray to Yahweh your god to stop these locusts [MTY] from causing everything to die.”
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Context — The Eighth Plague: Locusts
17Now please forgive my sin once more and appeal to the LORD your God, that He may remove this death from me.”
18So Moses left Pharaoh’s presence and appealed to the LORD. 19And the LORD changed the wind to a very strong west wind that carried off the locusts and blew them into the Red Sea. Not a single locust remained anywhere in Egypt.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Exodus 8:8 | Pharaoh summoned Moses and Aaron and said, “Pray to the LORD to take the frogs away from me and my people. Then I will let your people go, that they may sacrifice to the LORD.” |
| 2 | Exodus 9:28 | Pray to the LORD, for there has been enough of God’s thunder and hail. I will let you go; you do not need to stay any longer.” |
| 3 | 1 Kings 13:6 | Then the king responded to the man of God, “Intercede with the LORD your God and pray that my hand may be restored.” So the man of God interceded with the LORD, and the king’s hand was restored to him as it was before. |
| 4 | Acts 8:24 | Then Simon answered, “Pray to the Lord for me, so that nothing you have said may happen to me.” |
| 5 | Isaiah 26:16 | O LORD, they sought You in their distress; when You disciplined them, they poured out a quiet prayer. |
| 6 | Romans 15:30 | Now I urge you, brothers, by our Lord Jesus Christ and by the love of the Spirit, to join me in my struggle by praying to God for me. |
| 7 | 2 Kings 4:40 | And they poured it out for the men to eat, but when they tasted the stew they cried out, “There is death in the pot, O man of God!” And they could not eat it. |
| 8 | 1 Samuel 15:25 | Now therefore, please forgive my sin and return with me so I can worship the LORD.” |
| 9 | 2 Corinthians 1:10 | He has delivered us from such a deadly peril, and He will deliver us. In Him we have placed our hope that He will yet again deliver us, |
Exodus 10:17 Summary
In Exodus 10:17, Pharaoh is asking Moses to forgive his sin and to pray to God to stop the devastating effects of the locusts. This shows that even those who have opposed God can recognize their wrongdoing and seek mercy. However, true forgiveness and restoration come from surrendering our hearts to the Lord, as seen in 1 John 1:9 and Psalm 51:17. By acknowledging our sin and seeking God's mercy, we can experience His redemption and restoration, just like the Israelites did when they were delivered from slavery in Egypt (Exodus 14:13-14).
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pharaoh asking for in Exodus 10:17?
Pharaoh is asking Moses to forgive his sin and to appeal to the Lord to remove the death that has come upon him, demonstrating a sense of desperation and recognition of his wrongdoing, as seen in Exodus 10:16 where he admits to sinning against the Lord and Moses.
Is Pharaoh's request for forgiveness sincere?
While Pharaoh's words seem to express remorse, his heart is not fully surrendered to the Lord, as evident in his repeated hardness of heart throughout the book of Exodus, such as in Exodus 7:13 and Exodus 9:34.
What does Pharaoh mean by 'this death' in Exodus 10:17?
The 'death' Pharaoh refers to is likely the devastating effects of the locusts that have consumed the land, as described in Exodus 10:15, and possibly the impending death of his firstborn son, as warned in Exodus 4:22-23 and Exodus 11:5.
How does Pharaoh's request relate to the broader theme of Exodus?
Pharaoh's plea for forgiveness and mercy reflects the ongoing struggle between the Lord's sovereignty and Pharaoh's stubborn refusal to acknowledge and submit to Him, ultimately highlighting the Lord's power and redemption, as seen in Exodus 14:13-14 and Exodus 15:2.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I am stubbornly refusing to acknowledge and submit to the Lord's sovereignty, and how can I surrender to Him?
- How can I, like Moses, be an instrument of the Lord's mercy and forgiveness to those around me, even in the face of adversity and opposition?
- What are some 'locusts' in my life that are consuming my spiritual vitality, and how can I appeal to the Lord for deliverance and restoration?
- In what ways can I, like Pharaoh, be tempted to make superficial confessions of sin without truly surrendering my heart to the Lord, and how can I cultivate genuine repentance and humility?
Gill's Exposition on Exodus 10:17
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Exodus 10:17
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Exodus 10:17
Trapp's Commentary on Exodus 10:17
Ellicott's Commentary on Exodus 10:17
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Exodus 10:17
Cambridge Bible on Exodus 10:17
Barnes' Notes on Exodus 10:17
Whedon's Commentary on Exodus 10:17
Sermons on Exodus 10:17
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The Day of Golden Opportunity by R.A. Torrey | R.A. Torrey emphasizes the urgency of accepting Jesus Christ today, as the Holy Spirit continually calls us to act in the present rather than procrastinate. He illustrates the foll |
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The Believable Christian by Paris Reidhead | Paris Reidhead preaches on the importance of fellowship in the fullness of the Holy Spirit, using Acts 8:5-25 as a background. He emphasizes the need to preach Christ in all aspect |
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They Poured Out a Prayer by Thomas Brooks | Thomas Brooks emphasizes that fervent prayer is the greatest remedy for life's troubles, particularly when faced with God's chastening. He illustrates that true prayer emerges from |
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Letter 118 by James Bourne | James Bourne addresses the spiritual struggles and pains that believers face, comparing them to the intense labor pains of a woman about to give birth. He emphasizes the importance |
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The Life of David Brainerd - Part. 2 by Jonathan Edwards | In this sermon transcript, the preacher reflects on their own feelings of unworthiness and insufficiency. They express a desire for a close and constant devotion to God and a fear |
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Prayer, the Holy Spiirt and Boldness and David Platt by Francis Chan | This sermon emphasizes the importance of believers coming together in prayer to seek supernatural courage and boldness to share the gospel, drawing inspiration from the early churc |
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Developing a Warrior Mentality by Michael L. Brown | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the spiritual battle that believers are engaged in. He highlights the urgency of sharing the gospel and interceding for those who are suffer |







