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The God of the Hebrews
Commentators like Calvin and Gill explain that when God identifies Himself as 'the God of the Hebrews,' it is a direct challenge to Pharaoh. It asserts that the God of an oppressed, enslaved people is the true power, confronting Pharaoh's pride and declaring His special relationship with Israel.
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Exodus
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Charles Ellicott
On Exodus 9:1–3
19th Century
Bishop
The nature of the fifth plague is clear and admits of no dispute. It was a rinderpest, or murrain on cattle, which, however, unlike most s…
John Calvin
On Exodus 9:1
16th Century
Theologian
Then the Lord said. No complaint or protest from Moses is related here; and it is possible that he was quiet and silent, while God foresaw…
John Gill
On Exodus 9:1
17th Century
Pastor
Then the Lord said unto Moses The same day the plague of the flies was removed: go in unto Pharaoh
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Matthew Henry
On Exodus 9:1–7
17th Century
Minister
God wills for Israel to be released, but Pharaoh opposes it, and the test is whose word will stand. Immediately, the hand of the Lord is upon the c…