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God's Fame Reaches Far
Scholars highlight that Jethro, a Midianite priest and prince, heard a detailed report of God's miraculous acts for Israel. The news of the plagues, the Red Sea crossing, and God's provision in the wilderness had spread far beyond Israel's camp. This shows that God's mighty works serve as a powerful testimony to the surrounding world, drawing even foreign leaders to acknowledge Him.
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Exodus
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Albert Barnes
On Exodus 18:1
18th Century
Theologian
Jethro was, in all probability, the “brother-in-law” of Moses (Exodus 3:1). On the parting from Zipporah, see (Exodus 4:26)…
Charles Ellicott
On Exodus 18:1
19th Century
Bishop
The people want decisions which they can feel to have Divine sanction—they “come to him to enquire of God”—and the ruling of inferior judges would …
John Calvin
On Exodus 18:1
16th Century
Theologian
When Jethro, the priest of Midian. This chapter consists of two parts. First of all, the arrival of Jethro in the camp is related, and his…
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John Gill
On Exodus 18:1
17th Century
Pastor
When Jethro the priest of Midian, Moses's father-in-law
The Targums of Onkelos and Jonathan call him the prince of M…
Matthew Henry
On Exodus 18:1–6
17th Century
Minister
Jethro came to rejoice with Moses in the happiness of Israel, and to bring his wife and children to him. Moses must have his family with him, so th…