Exodus 34:31
Exodus 34:31 in Multiple Translations
But Moses called out to them; so Aaron and all the leaders of the congregation returned to him, and Moses spoke to them.
And Moses called unto them; and Aaron and all the rulers of the congregation returned unto him: and Moses talked with them.
And Moses called unto them; and Aaron and all the rulers of the congregation returned unto him: and Moses spake to them.
Then Moses sent for them; and Aaron, with the chiefs of the people, came to him; and Moses had talk with them.
But Moses called out to them, so Aaron and all the community leaders went over to him, and he talked with them.
But Moses called them: and Aaron and all the chiefe of the congregation returned vnto him: and Moses talked with them.
And Moses calleth unto them, and Aaron and all the princes in the company return unto him, and Moses speaketh unto them;
Moses called to them, and Aaron and all the rulers of the congregation returned to him; and Moses spoke to them.
And Moses called to them; and Aaron and all the rulers of the congregation returned to him; and Moses talked with them.
And being called by him, they returned, both Aaron and the rulers of the congregation. And after that he spoke to them.
But Moses/I called to them. Then Aaron and the other Israeli leaders came to him/me, and he/I talked with them.
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Exodus 34:31 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יִּקְרָ֤א
אֲלֵ/הֶם֙
מֹשֶׁ֔ה
וַ/יָּשֻׁ֧בוּ
אֵלָ֛י/ו
אַהֲרֹ֥ן
וְ/כָל
הַ/נְּשִׂאִ֖ים
בָּ/עֵדָ֑ה
וַ/יְדַבֵּ֥ר
מֹשֶׁ֖ה
אֲלֵ/הֶֽם
וַ/יִּקְרָ֤א
qârâʼ
H7121
to call
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
אֲלֵ/הֶם֙
ʼêl
H413
to(wards)
Prep | Suff
מֹשֶׁ֔ה
Môsheh
H4872
Moses
N-proper
וַ/יָּשֻׁ֧בוּ
shûwb
H7725
to return
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp
אֵלָ֛י/ו
ʼêl
H413
to(wards)
Prep | Suff
אַהֲרֹ֥ן
ʼAhărôwn
H175
Aaron
N-proper
וְ/כָל
kôl
H3605
all
Conj | N-ms
הַ/נְּשִׂאִ֖ים
nâsîyʼ
H5387
leader
Art | N-mp
בָּ/עֵדָ֑ה
ʻêdâh
H5712
congregation
Prep | N-fs
וַ/יְדַבֵּ֥ר
dâbar
H1696
to speak
Conj | V-Piel-ConsecImperf-3ms
מֹשֶׁ֖ה
Môsheh
H4872
Moses
N-proper
אֲלֵ/הֶֽם
ʼêl
H413
to(wards)
Prep | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Exodus 34:31
וַ/יִּקְרָ֤א
qârâʼ
H7121
"to call"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
This Hebrew word means to call out to someone or something, often by name. It's used in many situations, like calling for help or reading aloud. In Genesis, God calls out to Adam in the Garden.
Definition: : call_to/invite/entreat 1) to call, call out, recite, read, cry out, proclaim 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to call, cry, utter a loud sound 1a2) to call unto, cry (for help), call (with name of God) 1a3) to proclaim 1a4) to read aloud, read (to oneself), read 1a5) to summon, invite, call for, call and commission, appoint, call and endow 1a6) to call, name, give name to, call by 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to call oneself 1b2) to be called, be proclaimed, be read aloud, be summoned, be named 1c) (Pual) to be called, be named, be called out, be chosen
Usage: Occurs in 689 OT verses. KJV: bewray (self), that are bidden, call (for, forth, self, upon), cry (unto), (be) famous, guest, invite, mention, (give) name, preach, (make) proclaim(-ation), pronounce, publish, read, renowned, say. See also: Genesis 1:5; Genesis 49:1; Judges 1:26.
אֲלֵ/הֶם֙
ʼêl
H413
"to(wards)"
Prep | Suff
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.
מֹשֶׁ֔ה
Môsheh
H4872
"Moses"
N-proper
Moses, the Israelite leader, was born to Amram and Jochebed and led the Exodus from Egypt. He received the law from God and is considered a key figure in the Bible. Moses means 'drawn' in Hebrew.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Exo.2.10; son of: Amram (H6019) and Jochebed (H3115); brother of: Aaron (H0175) and Miriam (H4813); married to Zipporah (H6855); father of: Gershom (H1647) and Eliezer (H0461H); also called Manasseh at Jdg.18.30(?) § Moses = "drawn" the prophet and lawgiver, leader of the exodus
Usage: Occurs in 704 OT verses. KJV: Moses. See also: Exodus 2:10; Exodus 13:1; Exodus 32:21.
וַ/יָּשֻׁ֧בוּ
shûwb
H7725
"to return"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp
This Hebrew word means to return or turn back, and can be used literally or figuratively. It is often used to describe someone returning to God or repenting from sin, as seen in the book of Psalms and the prophets.
Definition: : return 1) to return, turn back 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to turn back, return 1a1a) to turn back 1a1b) to return, come or go back 1a1c) to return unto, go back, come back 1a1d) of dying 1a1e) of human relations (fig) 1a1f) of spiritual relations (fig) 1a1f1) to turn back (from God), apostatise 1a1f2) to turn away (of God) 1a1f3) to turn back (to God), repent 1a1f4) turn back (from evil) 1a1g) of inanimate things 1a1h) in repetition 1b) (Polel) 1b1) to bring back 1b2) to restore, refresh, repair (fig) 1b3) to lead away (enticingly) 1b4) to show turning, apostatise 1c) (Pual) restored (participle) 1d) (Hiphil) to cause to return, bring back 1d1) to bring back, allow to return, put back, draw back, give back, restore, relinquish, give in payment 1d2) to bring back, refresh, restore 1d3) to bring back, report to, answer 1d4) to bring back, make requital, pay (as recompense) 1d5) to turn back or backward, repel, defeat, repulse, hinder, reject, refuse 1d6) to turn away (face), turn toward 1d7) to turn against 1d8) to bring back to mind 1d9) to show a turning away 1d10) to reverse, revoke 1e) (Hophal) to be returned, be restored, be brought back 1f) (Pulal) brought back
Usage: Occurs in 953 OT verses. KJV: ((break, build, circumcise, dig, do anything, do evil, feed, lay down, lie down, lodge, make, rejoice, send, take, weep)) [idiom] again, (cause to) answer ([phrase] again), [idiom] in any case (wise), [idiom] at all, averse, bring (again, back, home again), call (to mind), carry again (back), cease, [idiom] certainly, come again (back), [idiom] consider, [phrase] continually, convert, deliver (again), [phrase] deny, draw back, fetch home again, [idiom] fro, get (oneself) (back) again, [idiom] give (again), go again (back, home), (go) out, hinder, let, (see) more, [idiom] needs, be past, [idiom] pay, pervert, pull in again, put (again, up again), recall, recompense, recover, refresh, relieve, render (again), requite, rescue, restore, retrieve, (cause to, make to) return, reverse, reward, [phrase] say nay, send back, set again, slide back, still, [idiom] surely, take back (off), (cause to, make to) turn (again, self again, away, back, back again, backward, from, off), withdraw. See also: Genesis 3:19; Numbers 8:25; Judges 8:13.
אֵלָ֛י/ו
ʼêl
H413
"to(wards)"
Prep | Suff
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.
אַהֲרֹ֥ן
ʼAhărôwn
H175
"Aaron"
N-proper
Aaron was the brother of Moses and the first high priest of the Israelites. He was a leader in the Exodus from Egypt and played a key role in the early history of the Israelites. His story is told in Exodus and Leviticus.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Exo.4.14; son of: Amram (H6019) and Jochebed (H3115); brother of: Moses (H4872) and Miriam (H4813); married to Elisheba (H0472); father of: Nadab (H5070), Abihu (H0030), Eleazar (H0499) and Ithamar (H0385) Also named: Aarōn (Ἀαρών "Aaron" G0002) § Aaron = "light bringer" brother of Moses, a Levite and the first high priest
Usage: Occurs in 328 OT verses. KJV: Aaron. See also: Exodus 4:14; Exodus 34:31; Numbers 3:39.
וְ/כָל
kôl
H3605
"all"
Conj | N-ms
The Hebrew word for 'all' or 'everything' is used throughout the Bible, like in Genesis 1:31, where God sees all He has made as very good. It encompasses the entirety of something, whether people, things, or situations.
Definition: 1) all, the whole 1a) all, the whole of 1b) any, each, every, anything 1c) totality, everything Aramaic equivalent: kol (כֹּל "all" H3606)
Usage: Occurs in 4242 OT verses. KJV: (in) all (manner, (ye)), altogether, any (manner), enough, every (one, place, thing), howsoever, as many as, (no-) thing, ought, whatsoever, (the) whole, whoso(-ever). See also: Genesis 1:21; Genesis 17:10; Genesis 41:40.
הַ/נְּשִׂאִ֖ים
nâsîyʼ
H5387
"leader"
Art | N-mp
This word refers to a leader or a high-ranking official, like a king or a captain. It can also describe a rising mist, as seen in Isaiah 60:13. In the Bible, it often symbolizes power and authority.
Definition: one lifted up, chief, prince, captain, leader
Usage: Occurs in 120 OT verses. KJV: captain, chief, cloud, governor, prince, ruler, vapour. See also: Genesis 17:20; Numbers 34:26; Psalms 135:7.
בָּ/עֵדָ֑ה
ʻêdâh
H5712
"congregation"
Prep | N-fs
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means a gathering of people, like a congregation or crowd, often referring to a group of Israelites. It is used in various books, including Exodus and Psalms. The word is about people coming together.
Definition: congregation, gathering
Usage: Occurs in 140 OT verses. KJV: assembly, company, congregation, multitude, people, swarm. Compare H5713 (עֵדָה). See also: Exodus 12:3; Numbers 20:1; Psalms 1:5.
וַ/יְדַבֵּ֥ר
dâbar
H1696
"to speak"
Conj | V-Piel-ConsecImperf-3ms
To speak or communicate, like God speaking to Moses in Exodus or a king commanding his people. It can also mean to promise or warn someone.
Definition: : speak/tell/command 1) to speak, declare, converse, command, promise, warn, threaten, sing 1a) (Qal) to speak 1b) (Niphal) to speak with one another, talk 1c) (Piel) 1c1) to speak 1c2) to promise 1d) (Pual) to be spoken 1e) (Hithpael) to speak 1f) (Hiphil) to lead away, put to flight
Usage: Occurs in 1049 OT verses. KJV: answer, appoint, bid, command, commune, declare, destroy, give, name, promise, pronounce, rehearse, say, speak, be spokesman, subdue, talk, teach, tell, think, use (entreaties), utter, [idiom] well, [idiom] work. See also: Genesis 8:15; Exodus 12:25; Leviticus 23:9.
מֹשֶׁ֖ה
Môsheh
H4872
"Moses"
N-proper
Moses, the Israelite leader, was born to Amram and Jochebed and led the Exodus from Egypt. He received the law from God and is considered a key figure in the Bible. Moses means 'drawn' in Hebrew.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Exo.2.10; son of: Amram (H6019) and Jochebed (H3115); brother of: Aaron (H0175) and Miriam (H4813); married to Zipporah (H6855); father of: Gershom (H1647) and Eliezer (H0461H); also called Manasseh at Jdg.18.30(?) § Moses = "drawn" the prophet and lawgiver, leader of the exodus
Usage: Occurs in 704 OT verses. KJV: Moses. See also: Exodus 2:10; Exodus 13:1; Exodus 32:21.
אֲלֵ/הֶֽם
ʼêl
H413
"to(wards)"
Prep | Suff
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.
Study Notes — Exodus 34:31
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- Cross References
- Exodus 34:31 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Exodus 34:31
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Exodus 34:31
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Exodus 34:31
- Trapp's Commentary on Exodus 34:31
- Cambridge Bible on Exodus 34:31
- Sermons on Exodus 34:31
Context — The LORD Renews the Covenant
29And when Moses came down from Mount Sinai with the two tablets of the Testimony in his hands, he was unaware that his face had become radiant from speaking with the LORD.
30Aaron and all the Israelites looked at Moses, and behold, his face was radiant. And they were afraid to approach him.
31But Moses called out to them; so Aaron and all the leaders of the congregation returned to him, and Moses spoke to them.
32And after this all the Israelites came near, and Moses commanded them to do everything that the LORD had told him on Mount Sinai. 33When Moses had finished speaking with them, he put a veil over his face.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Exodus 3:15 | God also told Moses, “Say to the Israelites, ‘The LORD, the God of your fathers—the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob—has sent me to you.’ This is My name forever, and this is how I am to be remembered in every generation. |
| 2 | Exodus 24:1–3 | Then the LORD said to Moses, “Come up to the LORD—you and Aaron, Nadab and Abihu, and seventy of Israel’s elders—and you are to worship at a distance. Moses alone shall approach the LORD, but the others must not come near. And the people may not go up with him.” When Moses came and told the people all the words and ordinances of the LORD, they all responded with one voice: “All the words that the LORD has spoken, we will do.” |
| 3 | Genesis 45:3 | Joseph said to his brothers, “I am Joseph! Is my father still alive?” But they were unable to answer him, because they were terrified in his presence. |
| 4 | Genesis 45:15 | Joseph kissed each of his brothers as he wept over them. And afterward his brothers talked with him. |
Exodus 34:31 Summary
In Exodus 34:31, Moses calls out to the people, including Aaron and the leaders, and they return to him to listen. This shows that even though Moses had just experienced the glory of God and his face was radiant, he was still approachable and willing to communicate with the people. This is an important reminder for us that leaders should be humble and willing to listen, just like Moses (as seen in Numbers 12:3). We can also learn from this verse that when we sense God's presence, we should draw near to Him, just as the people did to Moses, and listen to what He has to say (as in Psalm 95:6-7).
Frequently Asked Questions
Why were the Israelites afraid to approach Moses in Exodus 34:31?
The Israelites were afraid because Moses' face had become radiant from speaking with the Lord, as seen in Exodus 34:29-30, which was a visible manifestation of God's glory and presence, reminiscent of Moses' encounter with God in Exodus 33:18-23.
What was the significance of Moses calling out to the people in Exodus 34:31?
Moses' call to the people signified his willingness to communicate and reconnect with them, despite their initial fear, demonstrating his role as a mediator between God and the people, as seen in Exodus 20:19 and Deuteronomy 5:5.
How did the leaders of the congregation respond to Moses' call in Exodus 34:31?
The leaders, including Aaron, returned to Moses and listened as he spoke to them, indicating their submission to his leadership and their desire to receive instruction from him, as later seen in Exodus 34:32.
What can we learn from Moses' example in Exodus 34:31 about leadership and communication?
Moses' example teaches us the importance of initiative and humility in leadership, as well as the need for clear communication and approachability, as emphasized in Ephesians 4:29 and 1 Peter 5:2-3.
Reflection Questions
- How do I respond when I sense God's presence or glory in my life, and what does my response reveal about my heart?
- In what ways can I, like Moses, be a bridge between God and others, and what steps can I take to fulfill this role?
- What are some times when I have felt afraid or intimidated by God's presence or a leader's authority, and how did I respond?
- How can I balance the need for reverence and awe in the presence of God with the need for approachability and humility in my relationships with others?
Gill's Exposition on Exodus 34:31
And Moses called unto them,.... Who, as it appears by what follows, on sight of him were so terrified, that they did not proceed on to meet him, but went back, and therefore he called unto them to
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Exodus 34:31
And Moses called unto them; and Aaron and all the rulers of the congregation returned unto him: and Moses talked with them. No JFB commentary on these verses.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Exodus 34:31
Unto him, to the tabernacle, which was still at a distance from the camp, though afterwards, God being reconciled, it was set up in the camp, .
Trapp's Commentary on Exodus 34:31
Exodus 34:31 And Moses called unto them; and Aaron and all the rulers of the congregation returned unto him: and Moses talked with them.Ver. 31. And Moses called unto them.] Having first vailed his face, as in Exodus 34:33.
Cambridge Bible on Exodus 34:31
31. the rulers in the congregation] See on Exodus 16:22.
Sermons on Exodus 34:31
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(Exodus) Exodus 3:14-22 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the procedure that Moses is instructed to follow in order to deliver the Israelites from Egypt. Moses is to gather the elders of Israel and in |
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Consider Jacob by K.P. Yohannan | K.P. Yohannan emphasizes the transformative power of God through the life of Jacob, a man who, despite his deceitful actions and failures, was chosen by God and ultimately transfor |
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(Blood Covenant) 6 - Intercession by Milton Green | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of listening to the tapes in numerical order to fully understand the series. The sermon begins with a prayer of worship to God |
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Worship (Part 1 of 3) by Leonard Ravenhill | In this sermon, the speaker begins by dividing the sermon into three parts, with the promise of a more engaging sermon in the following weeks. He then reads from Exodus 24, emphasi |
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A Touch From God - Part 2 by David Wilkerson | This sermon emphasizes the importance of responding to God's call to come up and come out, using Moses as an example of someone who drew near to God and pursued a life of prayer. I |
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(Exodus) Exodus 24:1-8 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the state of sin and moral confusion in the world today. He references Isaiah's prophecy about a time when sin would be called good and bad w |
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Worship - Preoccupation With God by Leonard Ravenhill | In this sermon, the preacher begins by acknowledging that he has previously preached on the topic of being born again, but feels the need to cover it again due to its importance in |