Exo 4:1-5 | TNotes | STEP | Summary for Exod 4:1-9: 4:1-9 Moses’ third protest was that he lacked power. God answered in a very convincing demonstration of divine power by instantaneous creation of a snake and of a severe skin disease .

‏ Exodus 4:1-5

Summary for Exod 4:1-9: 4:1-9 ^a Moses’ third protest was that he lacked power. God answered in a very convincing demonstration of divine power by instantaneous creation of a snake and of a severe skin disease.
4:3 ^b Across the ancient Near East, the snake was a symbol of both death and healing. The person who demonstrated power in these areas was powerful indeed.