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The children of Israel went and did so; as Yahweh had commanded Moses and Aaron, so they did.

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Faith Expressed in Action

Commentators emphasize that Israel's response was not just passive agreement but immediate, practical action. As John Gill explains, the elders departed and ensured the people carried out the specific, detailed instructions for the Passover lamb. This verse serves as a powerful example of faith demonstrated through precise obedience to God's commands, showing that they trusted what God had promised through Moses.

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Exodus

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John Gill

John Gill

On Exodus 12:28

17th Century

Pastor

And the children of Israel went away
The elders of the people, (Exodus 12:21) they departed to their sev…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Exodus 12:21–28

17th Century

Minister

That night, when the first-born were to be destroyed, no Israelite must stir out of doors until called to march out of Egypt. Their safety was owin…