Exo 1:8 | MHM | STEP | Exodus 1:8-14: The Israelites Oppressed in Egypt This section explains how Egypt, which was once a place of safety for the Israelites, became a land of suffering and slavery. A new king came to power who did not remember Joseph and all the good he had done for Egypt. Fearing the growing strength of the Israelites, the Egyptians tried to control and oppress them. However, despite their harsh treatment, the Israelites continued to multiply and grow stronger, showing that God’s promises could not be stopped by human plans. v. 8 : A new king began to rule in Egypt who did not know about Joseph or appreciate what he had done (v. 8 ). This shows that people often forget the good deeds of those who came before, and even great acts are not always remembered by future generations (Eccl. 9:5, 15 ). We should serve God, who always remembers our work (Heb. 6:10; Rev. 14:13 ). This king later even said, “I know not the Lord ” (ch. 5:2 ), showing how quickly people can forget both human and divine kindness (1 John 4:20 ).

‏ Exodus 1:8

Exodus 1:8-14: The Israelites Oppressed in Egypt

This section explains how Egypt, which was once a place of safety for the Israelites, became a land of suffering and slavery. A new king came to power who did not remember Joseph and all the good he had done for Egypt. Fearing the growing strength of the Israelites, the Egyptians tried to control and oppress them. However, despite their harsh treatment, the Israelites continued to multiply and grow stronger, showing that God’s promises could not be stopped by human plans.

v. 8: A new king began to rule in Egypt who did not know about Joseph or appreciate what he had done (v. 8 ^a). This shows that people often forget the good deeds of those who came before, and even great acts are not always remembered by future generations (Eccl. 9:5, 15 ^b). We should serve God, who always remembers our work (Heb. 6:10; Rev. 14:13 ^c). This king later even said, “I know not the Lord” (ch. 5:2 ^d), showing how quickly people can forget both human and divine kindness (1 John 4:20 ^e).