Exodus 24:11
Exodus 24:11 in Multiple Translations
But God did not lay His hand on the nobles of Israel; they saw Him, and they ate and drank.
And upon the nobles of the children of Israel he laid not his hand: also they saw God, and did eat and drink.
And upon the nobles of the children of Israel he laid not his hand: and they beheld God, and did eat and drink.
And he put not his hand on the chiefs of the children of Israel: they saw God, and took food and drink.
But God did not harm the leaders of Israel—they saw him, and they ate and drank a sacred meal.
And vpon the nobles of the children of Israel he laide not his hande: also they sawe God, and did eate and drinke.
and unto those of the sons of Israel who are near He hath not put forth His hand, and they see God, and eat and drink.
He didn’t lay his hand on the nobles of the children of Israel. They saw God, and ate and drank.
And upon the nobles of the children of Israel he laid not his hand: also they saw God, and ate and drank.
Neither did he lay his hand upon those of the children of Israel, that retired afar off, and they saw God, and they did eat and drink.
God did not harm [MTY] those Israeli elders/leaders because of their having seen him. They saw God, and they ate and drank together! Then we all went back down the mountain.
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Exodus 24:11 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וְ/אֶל
אֲצִילֵי֙
בְּנֵ֣י
יִשְׂרָאֵ֔ל
לֹ֥א
שָׁלַ֖ח
יָד֑/וֹ
וַֽ/יֶּחֱזוּ֙
אֶת
הָ֣/אֱלֹהִ֔ים
וַ/יֹּאכְל֖וּ
וַ/יִּשְׁתּֽוּ
וְ/אֶל
ʼêl
H413
to(wards)
Conj | Prep
אֲצִילֵי֙
ʼâtsîyl
H678
chief
N-mp
בְּנֵ֣י
bên
H1121
son
N-mp
יִשְׂרָאֵ֔ל
Yisrâʼêl
H3478
Israel
N-proper
לֹ֥א
lôʼ
H3808
not
Part
שָׁלַ֖ח
shâlach
H7971
to send
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
יָד֑/וֹ
yâd
H3027
hand
N-cs | Suff
וַֽ/יֶּחֱזוּ֙
châzâh
H2372
to see
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
הָ֣/אֱלֹהִ֔ים
ʼĕlôhîym
H430
God
Art | N-mp
וַ/יֹּאכְל֖וּ
ʼâkal
H398
to eat
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp
וַ/יִּשְׁתּֽוּ
shâthâh
H8354
to drink
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp
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Hebrew Word Reference — Exodus 24:11
וְ/אֶל
ʼêl
H413
"to(wards)"
Conj | Prep
This Hebrew word means 'to' or 'toward', showing direction or movement. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus, to indicate where someone is going. The KJV translates it in various ways, like 'about', 'according to', or 'against'.
Definition: 1) to, toward, unto (of motion) 2) into (limit is actually entered) 2a) in among 3) toward (of direction, not necessarily physical motion) 4) against (motion or direction of a hostile character) 5) in addition to, to 6) concerning, in regard to, in reference to, on account of 7) according to (rule or standard) 8) at, by, against (of one's presence) 9) in between, in within, to within, unto (idea of motion to)
Usage: Occurs in 4205 OT verses. KJV: about, according to, after, against, among, as for, at, because(-fore, -side), both...and, by, concerning, for, from, [idiom] hath, in(-to), near, (out) of, over, through, to(-ward), under, unto, upon, whether, with(-in). See also: Genesis 1:9; Genesis 21:14; Genesis 31:13.
אֲצִילֵי֙
ʼâtsîyl
H678
"chief"
N-mp
This Hebrew word means a chief or noble, referring to someone of high rank or importance, as seen in Isaiah 41:9. It can also mean a side or corner, used figuratively to describe nobles. The KJV translates it as chief man or noble.
Definition: 1) side, corner, chief 2) (CLBL) nobles (fig.)
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: chief man, noble. See also: Exodus 24:11; Isaiah 41:9.
בְּנֵ֣י
bên
H1121
"son"
N-mp
In the Bible, this word means a son or descendant, and can also refer to a grandson, nation, or quality. It appears in 1 Chronicles 24, describing a Levite named Beno. The word is used to show family relationships and inheritance.
Definition: : child/son
Usage: Occurs in 3653 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] afflicted, age, (Ahoh-) (Ammon-) (Hachmon-) (Lev-) ite, (anoint-) ed one, appointed to, ([phrase]) arrow, (Assyr-) (Babylon-) (Egypt-) (Grec-) ian, one born, bough, branch, breed, [phrase] (young) bullock, [phrase] (young) calf, [idiom] came up in, child, colt, [idiom] common, [idiom] corn, daughter, [idiom] of first, [phrase] firstborn, foal, [phrase] very fruitful, [phrase] postage, [idiom] in, [phrase] kid, [phrase] lamb, ([phrase]) man, meet, [phrase] mighty, [phrase] nephew, old, ([phrase]) people, [phrase] rebel, [phrase] robber, [idiom] servant born, [idiom] soldier, son, [phrase] spark, [phrase] steward, [phrase] stranger, [idiom] surely, them of, [phrase] tumultuous one, [phrase] valiant(-est), whelp, worthy, young (one), youth. See also: Genesis 3:16; Genesis 23:3; Genesis 34:18.
יִשְׂרָאֵ֔ל
Yisrâʼêl
H3478
"Israel"
N-proper
Israel is the symbolic name of Jacob, also referring to his descendants. Jacob, son of Isaac and Rebekah, had 12 sons who became the tribes of Israel, as told in Genesis 25:26. His story is crucial to the Bible's narrative.
Definition: A man living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.25.26; son of: Isaac (H3327) and Rebekah (H7259); brother of: Esau (H6215); married to Rachel (H7354), Leah (H3812), Zilpah (H2153) and Bilhah (H1090A); father of: Reuben (H7205), Simeon (H8095), Levi (H3878), Judah (H3063), Dan (H1835H), Naphtali (H5321), Gad (H1410), Asher (H0836), Issachar (H3485), Zebulun (H2074), Dinah (H1783), Joseph (H3130) and Benjamin (H1144); also called Jacob frequently § Israel = "God prevails" 1) the second name for Jacob given to him by God after his wrestling with the angel at Peniel 2) the name of the descendants and the nation of the descendants of Jacob 2a) the name of the nation until the death of Solomon and the split 2b) the name used and given to the northern kingdom consisting of the 10 tribes under Jeroboam; the southern kingdom was known as Judah 2c) the name of the nation after the return from exile
Usage: Occurs in 2231 OT verses. KJV: Israel. See also: Genesis 32:29; Exodus 13:18; Exodus 40:38.
לֹ֥א
lôʼ
H3808
"not"
Part
The Hebrew word for not or no is used to indicate absence or negation, as when God says no to the Israelites' requests, or when they disobey His commands.
Definition: 1) not, no 1a) not (with verb-absolute prohibition) 1b) not (with modifier-negation) 1c) nothing (subst) 1d) without (with particle) 1e) before (of time) Aramaic equivalent: la (לָא "not" H3809)
Usage: Occurs in 3967 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] before, [phrase] or else, ere, [phrase] except, ig(-norant), much, less, nay, neither, never, no((-ne), -r, (-thing)), ([idiom] as though...,(can-), for) not (out of), of nought, otherwise, out of, [phrase] surely, [phrase] as truly as, [phrase] of a truth, [phrase] verily, for want, [phrase] whether, without. See also: Genesis 2:5; Genesis 31:15; Exodus 4:9.
שָׁלַ֖ח
shâlach
H7971
"to send"
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
To send or depart is the meaning of this Hebrew word, which has various applications in the Bible. It can describe sending someone or something away, or letting something go.
Definition: : depart/send 1) to send, send away, let go, stretch out 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to send 1a2) to stretch out, extend, direct 1a3) to send away 1a4) to let loose 1b) (Niphal) to be sent 1c) (Piel) 1c1) to send off or away or out or forth, dismiss, give over, cast out 1c2) to let go, set free 1c3) to shoot forth (of branches) 1c4) to let down 1c5) to shoot 1d) (Pual) to be sent off, be put away, be divorced, be impelled 1e) (Hiphil) to send
Usage: Occurs in 790 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] any wise, appoint, bring (on the way), cast (away, out), conduct, [idiom] earnestly, forsake, give (up), grow long, lay, leave, let depart (down, go, loose), push away, put (away, forth, in, out), reach forth, send (away, forth, out), set, shoot (forth, out), sow, spread, stretch forth (out). See also: Genesis 3:22; Exodus 9:27; Joshua 14:11.
יָד֑/וֹ
yâd
H3027
"hand"
N-cs | Suff
In the Bible, 'yad' refers to an open hand, symbolizing power or direction. It can also mean strength or a part of something, like a side or a share. The word is used in many contexts, including anatomy and everyday life.
Definition: : hand/arm[anatomy] 1) hand 1a) hand (of man) 1b) strength, power (fig.) 1c) side (of land), part, portion (metaph.) (fig.) 1d) (various special, technical senses) 1d1) sign, monument 1d2) part, fractional part, share 1d3) time, repetition 1d4) axle-trees, axle 1d5) stays, support (for laver) 1d6) tenons (in tabernacle) 1d7) a phallus, a hand (meaning unsure) 1d8) wrists
Usage: Occurs in 1446 OT verses. KJV: ([phrase] be) able, [idiom] about, [phrase] armholes, at, axletree, because of, beside, border, [idiom] bounty, [phrase] broad, (broken-) handed, [idiom] by, charge, coast, [phrase] consecrate, [phrase] creditor, custody, debt, dominion, [idiom] enough, [phrase] fellowship, force, [idiom] from, hand(-staves, -y work), [idiom] he, himself, [idiom] in, labour, [phrase] large, ledge, (left-) handed, means, [idiom] mine, ministry, near, [idiom] of, [idiom] order, ordinance, [idiom] our, parts, pain, power, [idiom] presumptuously, service, side, sore, state, stay, draw with strength, stroke, [phrase] swear, terror, [idiom] thee, [idiom] by them, [idiom] themselves, [idiom] thine own, [idiom] thou, through, [idiom] throwing, [phrase] thumb, times, [idiom] to, [idiom] under, [idiom] us, [idiom] wait on, (way-) side, where, [phrase] wide, [idiom] with (him, me, you), work, [phrase] yield, [idiom] yourselves. See also: Genesis 3:22; Exodus 7:19; Leviticus 14:22.
וַֽ/יֶּחֱזוּ֙
châzâh
H2372
"to see"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp
Chazah means to see or perceive, and can also mean to have a vision or prophesy. It is used to describe seeing something with your eyes or in your mind.
Definition: 1) to see, perceive, look, behold, prophesy, provide 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to see, behold 1a2) to see as a seer in the ecstatic state 1a3) to see, perceive 1a3a) with the intelligence 1a3b) to see (by experience) 1a3c) to provide Aramaic equivalent: cha.zah (חֲזָה "to see" H2370)
Usage: Occurs in 47 OT verses. KJV: behold, look, prophesy, provide, see. See also: Exodus 18:21; Proverbs 24:32; Psalms 11:4.
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
הָ֣/אֱלֹהִ֔ים
ʼĕlôhîym
H430
"God"
Art | N-mp
The Hebrew word for God, elohim, refers to the one supreme God, and is sometimes used to show respect to judges or magistrates. It is also used to describe angels or mighty beings. This word is closely related to the name of the Lord, Yahweh, and is often translated as God or gods in the Bible.
Definition: This name means "gods" (plural intensive-singular meaning), "God" Another name of ye.ho.vah (יהוה "LORD" H3068G)
Usage: Occurs in 2246 OT verses. KJV: angels, [idiom] exceeding, God (gods) (-dess, -ly), [idiom] (very) great, judges, [idiom] mighty. See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 22:12; Exodus 3:11.
וַ/יֹּאכְל֖וּ
ʼâkal
H398
"to eat"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp
This word means to eat or devour, and it's used in many stories, including when Jesus fed the 5000 with fish and bread in the book of Matthew. It's about taking in nourishment and being satisfied.
Definition: 1) to eat, devour, burn up, feed 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to eat (human subject) 1a2) to eat, devour (of beasts and birds) 1a3) to devour, consume (of fire) 1a4) to devour, slay (of sword) 1a5) to devour, consume, destroy (inanimate subjects - ie, pestilence, drought) 1a6) to devour (of oppression) 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be eaten (by men) 1b2) to be devoured, consumed (of fire) 1b3) to be wasted, destroyed (of flesh) 1c) (Pual) 1c1) to cause to eat, feed with 1c2) to cause to devour 1d) (Hiphil) 1d1) to feed 1d2) to cause to eat 1e) (Piel) 1e1) consume Aramaic equivalent: a.khal (אֲכַל "to devour" H0399)
Usage: Occurs in 703 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] at all, burn up, consume, devour(-er, up), dine, eat(-er, up), feed (with), food, [idiom] freely, [idiom] in...wise(-deed, plenty), (lay) meat, [idiom] quite. See also: Genesis 2:16; Leviticus 6:9; Numbers 24:8.
וַ/יִּשְׁתּֽוּ
shâthâh
H8354
"to drink"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means to drink, and it's used in many ways, like drinking from a cup or feasting. It's also used to describe being drunk or taking part in a big celebration. We see it in stories like the Last Supper in Matthew 26:27.
Definition: 1) to drink 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to drink 1a1a) of drinking cup of God's wrath, of slaughter, of wicked deeds (fig) 1a2) to feast 1b) (Niphal) to be drunk Aramaic equivalent: she.tah (שְׁתָה "to drink" H8355)
Usage: Occurs in 193 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] assuredly, banquet, [idiom] certainly, drink(-er, -ing), drunk ([idiom] -ard), surely. (Prop. intensive of H8248 (שָׁקָה).) See also: Genesis 9:21; 2 Kings 19:24; Psalms 50:13.
Study Notes — Exodus 24:11
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- Context
- Cross References
- Exodus 24:11 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Exodus 24:11
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Exodus 24:11
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Exodus 24:11
- Trapp's Commentary on Exodus 24:11
- Ellicott's Commentary on Exodus 24:11
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Exodus 24:11
- Cambridge Bible on Exodus 24:11
- Barnes' Notes on Exodus 24:11
- Whedon's Commentary on Exodus 24:11
- Sermons on Exodus 24:11
Context — The Covenant Sealed
9Then Moses went up with Aaron, Nadab and Abihu, and seventy of the elders of Israel,
10and they saw the God of Israel. Under His feet was a work like a pavement made of sapphire, as clear as the sky itself.
11But God did not lay His hand on the nobles of Israel; they saw Him, and they ate and drank.
12Then the LORD said to Moses, “Come up to Me on the mountain and stay here, so that I may give you the tablets of stone, with the law and commandments I have written for their instruction.” 13So Moses set out with Joshua his attendant and went up on the mountain of God.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Luke 15:23–24 | Bring the fattened calf and kill it. Let us feast and celebrate. For this son of mine was dead and is alive again! He was lost and is found!’ So they began to celebrate. |
| 2 | Exodus 18:12 | Then Moses’ father-in-law Jethro brought a burnt offering and sacrifices to God, and Aaron came with all the elders of Israel to eat bread with Moses’ father-in-law in the presence of God. |
| 3 | Genesis 31:54 | Then Jacob offered a sacrifice on the mountain and invited his relatives to eat a meal. And after they had eaten, they spent the night on the mountain. |
| 4 | Deuteronomy 12:7 | There, in the presence of the LORD your God, you and your households shall eat and rejoice in all you do, because the LORD your God has blessed you. |
| 5 | Exodus 19:21 | and the LORD said to him, “Go down and warn the people not to break through to see the LORD, lest many of them perish. |
| 6 | Genesis 16:13 | So Hagar gave this name to the LORD who had spoken to her: “You are the God who sees me, ” for she said, “Here I have seen the One who sees me!” |
| 7 | 1 Corinthians 10:16–18 | Is not the cup of blessing that we bless a participation in the blood of Christ? And is not the bread that we break a participation in the body of Christ? Because there is one loaf, we who are many are one body; for we all partake of the one loaf. Consider the people of Israel: Are not those who eat the sacrifices fellow partakers in the altar? |
| 8 | Ecclesiastes 9:7 | Go, eat your bread with joy, and drink your wine with a cheerful heart, for God has already approved your works: |
| 9 | 1 Kings 21:8 | Then Jezebel wrote letters in Ahab’s name, sealed them with his seal, and sent them to the elders and nobles who lived with Naboth in his city. |
| 10 | Exodus 24:9–10 | Then Moses went up with Aaron, Nadab and Abihu, and seventy of the elders of Israel, and they saw the God of Israel. Under His feet was a work like a pavement made of sapphire, as clear as the sky itself. |
Exodus 24:11 Summary
This verse, Exodus 24:11, tells us that the nobles of Israel were able to see God and still live, which is a very special and unique event in the Bible. Normally, when people saw God, they would die because of His holiness, as seen in Isaiah 6:1-5, but in this case, God spared their lives. This shows us that God is a merciful and gracious God, who desires to have a close relationship with His people, as seen in Exodus 33:18-23. It also reminds us that we can have fellowship with God and enjoy His presence in our lives, just like the nobles of Israel did when they saw God and ate and drank.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did God not lay His hand on the nobles of Israel in Exodus 24:11?
God did not lay His hand on the nobles of Israel because He was pleased with their faithfulness and obedience, as seen in their willingness to follow Moses and the instructions given to them, much like the faithfulness of Abraham in Genesis 15:6 and the obedience of Noah in Genesis 6:22.
What does it mean that they saw God and ate and drank?
Seeing God and eating and drinking in Exodus 24:11 symbolizes a deep, intimate fellowship with God, much like the relationship between God and Adam in the Garden of Eden, as described in Genesis 3:8, where they would walk together in the cool of the day.
Is this event similar to other instances in the Bible where people saw God?
Yes, this event is similar to other instances in the Bible where people saw God, such as Isaiah's vision of God in Isaiah 6:1-5 and Ezekiel's vision in Ezekiel 1:1-28, where both prophets were deeply affected by their encounter with God's glory.
How does this verse relate to the concept of God's presence and holiness?
This verse highlights God's presence and holiness, as seen in the fact that God did not destroy the nobles of Israel even though they saw Him, demonstrating His mercy and grace, much like the mercy and grace shown to Moses in Exodus 33:18-23 when He allowed Moses to see His back.
Reflection Questions
- What does it mean to truly see God, and how can I deepen my own relationship with Him?
- How can I, like the nobles of Israel, experience the joy of fellowship with God in my daily life?
- What are some ways that I can cultivate a sense of reverence and awe for God's presence in my life, like the Israelites did in Exodus 24:11?
- How does the fact that God did not lay His hand on the nobles of Israel challenge my own understanding of God's character and nature?
- What are some practical ways that I can apply the principles of faithfulness and obedience, as seen in the nobles of Israel, to my own life and relationship with God?
Gill's Exposition on Exodus 24:11
And upon the nobles of the children of Israel he laid not his hand,.... Which some interpret of his hand of prophecy, and of the measure of the Spirit, such an one as Moses had, and by virtue of
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Exodus 24:11
And upon the nobles of the children of Israel he laid not his hand: also they saw God, and did eat and drink.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Exodus 24:11
The nobles; or, separated or select ones, i.e. the persons who were singled out to go up with Moses, ,9, the same of whom it is said here, and , that they saw God. He laid not his hand, i.e. did not hurt or destroy them, as they might expect according to the vulgar opinion, 32:20, &c., and the conscience of their own guilt, as being now before their Lord and Judge. And so the phrase of putting or stretching forth the hand is most frequently used, as ,23 Es 2:21 ,12 Psa 138:7, &c. Did eat and drink; so far they were from being destroyed, that they were not affrighted at this glorious appearance of God, but were refreshed and comforted by it, and did joyfully eat and drink together in God’ s presence, celebrating the sacred feast made of the remnant of the peace-offerings, according to the manner. Thus God gave them a taste of his grace and mercy in this covenant, and an assurance that he would not deal with them according to the rigours of the law, but for the sake of the blood of Christ typically represented there, would graciously pardon and accept all those that sincerely, though imperfectly, obey him.
Trapp's Commentary on Exodus 24:11
Exodus 24:11 And upon the nobles of the children of Israel he laid not his hand: also they saw God, and did eat and drink.Ver. 11. He laid not his hand,] i.e., They came off without hurt; which is reckoned as a great mercy: since no man, ordinarily, can see God and live: besides the infinite distance that is betwixt God and the greatest nobles. And did eat and drink,] i.e., They were much cheered, and made merry in the Lord. Others sense it thus: - Though they had seen God, yet they turned again to temporal pleasures; they soon after ate and drank at that idolatrous feast of the golden calf, and rose up to play. It is set as an aggravation of Solomon’ s sin, that he departed from God "that appeared unto him twice."
Ellicott's Commentary on Exodus 24:11
(11) The nobles.—The word used is an unusual one, but seems to designate the “elders” of Exodus 24:1; Exodus 24:9. It implies nobility of birth. He laid not his hand—i.e., He in nowise hurt or injured them. The belief was general that a man could not see God and live (Genesis 32:30; Exodus 32:20; Judges 6:22-23, &c.). In one sense it was true—“No man hath seen the Father.” But the Son could reveal Himself under the Old Dispensation, as under the New, and not even cause terror by His presence. (See the last clause of the verse.) Also they saw God.—Rather, they both saw God, and also did eat and drink. It is intended to express in the clearest way that the two facts were concurrent. As they feasted on the sacrificial meal, the vision of God was made manifest to them. It is impossible to doubt that we have here a precious forecast of the Christian’s highest privilege—the realisation of the presence of God in the sacred feast of the Holy Communion.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Exodus 24:11
Verse 11. Upon the nobles of - Israel he laid not his hand] This laying on of the hand has been variously explained. 1. He did not conceal himself from the nobles of Israel by covering them with his hand, as he did Moses, Exodus 33:22. 2. He did not endue any of the nobles, i.e., the seventy elders, with the gift of prophecy; for so laying on of the hand has been understood. 3. He did not slay any of them; none of them received any injury; which is certainly one meaning of the phrase: see Ne 13:21; Psalms 55:20. Also they saw God, i.e., although they had this discovery of his majesty, yet they did eat and drink, i.e., were preserved alive and unhurt. Perhaps the eating and drinking here may refer to the peace-offerings on which they feasted, and the libations that were then offered on the ratification of the covenant. But they rejoiced the more because they had been so highly favoured, and were still permitted to live; for it was generally apprehended that God never showed his glory in this signal manner but for the purpose of manifesting his justice; and therefore it appeared a strange thing that these should have seen God as it were face to face, and yet live. See Genesis 16:13; Genesis 33:10; and Judges 13:22-23.
Cambridge Bible on Exodus 24:11
11. It was the general belief (see on Exodus 33:20) that God could not be ‘seen,’—except in a purely spiritual sense,—with impunity; but upon this occasion Jehovah put not forth his hand (Exodus 9:15, Exodus 22:8) upon Moses or his companions, to harm them. nobles] Heb. ‘γẓ ?ξlξm, only here in this sense. The etym. is uncertain. In Isaiah 41:9 ’βẓ ?ξl means angle, corner: so perhaps, like pinnβh (see Judges 20:2 RVm.), the word denotes men of position and responsibility, as the corners, or supports, of the community. beheld] Heb. ḥ ?βzβh, in prose only Exodus 18:21 besides, but often used of a prophet seeing a vision (e.g. Numbers 24:4), and the verb of which one of the words rendered ‘seer’ (Amos 7:12 al.) is the partic. LXX. (cf. on v. 10) paraphrase by ‘appeared in the place of God.’ did eat and drink] viz. at a sacrificial meal: see on Exodus 18:12
Barnes' Notes on Exodus 24:11
He laid not his hand - i. e. He did not strike them. It was believed that a mortal could not survive the sight of God Exodus 33:20; Genesis 32:30; Judges 6:22; Judges 13:22 : but these rulers of
Whedon's Commentary on Exodus 24:11
11. He laid not his hand — Hebrews, He sent not forth his hand. No stroke of divine wrath was sent forth from that sublime display to destroy the Israelitish nobles.
Sermons on Exodus 24:11
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Enjoy His Company by David Wilkerson | David Wilkerson emphasizes the significance of the covenant made between God and Israel in Exodus 24, where the sprinkling of blood symbolized their full access to God and the joy |
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Searching by Jim Cymbala | In this sermon, the preacher tells the story of the prodigal son from the Bible. The younger son asks his father for his share of the inheritance and goes off to a distant country |
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How Should We Celebrate Christmas? by Timothy Tow | Timothy Tow preaches about the true meaning of Christmas, emphasizing that it is the celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ, the Son of God, who offers salvation and everlasting |
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Worship - Notes of a Reading John 4 by John Nelson Darby | John Nelson Darby emphasizes that true worship is distinct from preaching and requires a relationship with God through salvation. He explains that worship can only occur in the pre |
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(Genesis) Genesis 31:20-25 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the story of Jacob fleeing from Laban. Jacob had secretly left Laban's house without informing him and traveled a great distance to Mount Gi |
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Ark of the Covenant - Part 2 by Major Ian Thomas | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the need for a radical transformation of character through the power of God. He uses the example of the Israelites in the wilderness, who we |
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Praise and Fear the Lord by Paris Reidhead | In this sermon, David delivers a psalm to thank the Lord, emphasizing the importance of worshiping Him in the beauty of holiness. He encourages the people to declare God's glory am |