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Yahweh said to Moses, "Go in to Pharaoh, for I have hardened his heart, and the heart of his servants, that I may show these my signs in the midst of them,

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The Purpose in the Hardening

Commentators explain that God's hardening of Pharaoh's heart was not arbitrary but purposeful. By prolonging the conflict, God created the opportunity for a greater display of His power. This was done primarily for Israel's benefit, to provide an unforgettable story of redemption and impress upon them the greatness of the God who chose them.

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Exodus

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Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On Exodus 10:1–4

19th Century

Bishop

The eighth plague, like the third and fourth, was one where insect life was called in to serve God’s purposes, and chastise the presumption of His …

Charles Spurgeon

Charles Spurgeon

On Exodus 10:1–2

19th Century

Preacher

God would stamp the early history of Israel with the deep impression of his Godhead. His overthrow of the proud Egyptian king should let Israel kno…

John Calvin

John Calvin

On Exodus 10:1

16th Century

Theologian

And the Lord said. Moses passes on to another plague, by which God took vengeance on the treachery and obstinacy of the wicked king; namel…

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John Gill

John Gill

On Exodus 10:1

17th Century

Pastor

And the Lord said to Moses, go in to Pharaoh, for I have
hardened his heart
Or, as so…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Exodus 10:1–11

17th Century

Minister

The plagues of Egypt show the sinfulness of sin. They warn people not to strive with their Maker. Pharaoh had pretended to humble himself, but it w…