Exodus 10:1
Exodus 10:1−11: The Plagues of Egypt – The Threat of LocustsIn this passage, God tells Moses to go to Pharaoh again. God explains that He has allowed Pharaoh’s heart to be hard so that He can show His power through miracles. These events are meant to be remembered and told to future generations, so everyone will know that the LORD is the true God. Moses warns Pharaoh about the coming plague of locusts, which will destroy what is left after the hail. Pharaoh’s officials urge him to let the Israelites go, but Pharaoh only wants to let the men leave, not the women and children. Because of this, the negotiations break down.v. 1-2: God tells Moses to go to Pharaoh because He has hardened Pharaoh’s heart and the hearts of his officials. God wants to show His signs and miracles, so that the Israelites will remember and teach their children about God’s power in Egypt (v. 1, 2 a).
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