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Book of Exodus - Chapter 7 - Verse 20

7:20
And Moses and Aaron did so, as the LORD commanded; and he lifted up the rod, and smote the waters that were in the river, in the sight of Pharaoh, and in the sight of his servants; and all the waters that were in the river were turned to blood.

Meaning

In this verse, we witness a powerful display of God's authority and miraculous power through Moses and Aaron. The act of turning the waters of the river into blood was a sign to Pharaoh and his servants that God's judgment was upon them. By following the command of the Lord, Moses and Aaron demonstrated their obedience and faith in God's plan. This event also serves as a warning to Pharaoh, showing him that the God of Israel is more powerful than any of the Egyptian gods he worshipped. The transformation of the river into blood was not only a physical act, but also a symbolic one, representing the blood of the Israelites who were enslaved and oppressed by the Egyptians. Through this act, God was setting the stage for the eventual liberation of his people. Overall, this verse highlights the sovereignty of God and his ability to bring about both judgment and deliverance according to his will.

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