Exodus 6:27

Verse

Moses and Aaron were the ones who spoke to Pharaoh king of Egypt in order to bring the Israelites out of Egypt.

American Standard Version (1901)

These are they that spake to Pharaoh king of Egypt, to bring out the children of Israel from Egypt: these are that Moses and Aaron.

Bible in Basic English

These are the men who gave orders to Pharaoh to let the children of Israel go out of Egypt: these are the same Moses and Aaron.

Douay-Rheims 1899

These are they that speak to Pharao king of Egypt, in order to bring out the children of Israel from Egypt: these are that Moses and Aaron,

Free Bible Version

Moses and Aaron were also the ones who went to speak with Pharaoh, king of Egypt, about the Israelites leaving Egypt.

Geneva Bible 1599

These are that Moses and Aaron, which spake to Pharaoh King of Egypt, that they might bring the children of Israel out of Egypt.

King James (Authorized) Version

These are they which spake to Pharaoh king of Egypt, to bring out the children of Israel from Egypt: these are that Moses and Aaron.

One Unity Resource Bible

These are those who spoke to Pharaoh king of Egypt [Abode of slavery], to bring out the children of Israel [God prevails] from Egypt [Abode of slavery]. These are that Moses [Drawn out] and Aaron [Light-bringer].

Translation for Translators

They/We were the ones who spoke to the king of Egypt about bringing the Israeli people out of Egypt.

Unlocked Literal Bible

Aaron and Moses spoke to Pharaoh, king of Egypt, to allow them bring out the Israelites from Egypt. These were the same Moses and Aaron.

Noah Webster Bible

These are they who spoke to Pharaoh, king of Egypt, to bring out the children of Israel from Egypt: these are that Moses and Aaron.

World English Bible

These are those who spoke to Pharaoh king of Egypt, to bring out the children of Israel from Egypt. These are that Moses and Aaron.

Young's Literal Translation

these are they who are speaking unto Pharaoh king of Egypt, to bring out the sons of Israel from Egypt, this [is] Moses — and Aaron.

Context

Genealogies of Moses and Aaron

²⁶It was this Aaron and Moses to whom the LORD said, “Bring the Israelites out of the land of Egypt by their divisions.”²⁷Moses and Aaron were the ones who spoke to Pharaoh king of Egypt in order to bring the Israelites out of Egypt.

Summary

This verse lists the genealogy of Moses and Aaron, tracing their lineage back to Levi. It highlights the importance of their family background and their role as leaders in the Israelite community. By documenting their ancestry, the verse establishes their credibility and authority in carrying out God's plan for delivering the Israelites from Egypt. This genealogy serves as a reminder of God's faithfulness in choosing and using specific individuals to fulfill His purposes throughout history.

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