Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Then Pharaoh summoned Moses and Aaron and said, “Go, sacrifice to your God here in the land.” New Living Translation Pharaoh called for Moses and Aaron. “All right! Go ahead and offer sacrifices to your God,” he said. “But do it here in this land.” English Standard Version Then Pharaoh called Moses and Aaron and said, “Go, sacrifice to your God within the land.” Berean Standard Bible Then Pharaoh summoned Moses and Aaron and said, “Go, sacrifice to your God within this land.” Berean Literal Bible And Pharaoh called for Moses and for Aaron and said, “Go, sacrifice to your⁺ God in the land.” King James Bible And Pharaoh called for Moses and for Aaron, and said, Go ye, sacrifice to your God in the land. New King James Version Then Pharaoh called for Moses and Aaron, and said, “Go, sacrifice to your God in the land.” New American Standard Bible Then Pharaoh called for Moses and Aaron and said, “Go, sacrifice to your God within the land.” NASB 1995 Pharaoh called for Moses and Aaron and said, “Go, sacrifice to your God within the land.” NASB 1977 And Pharaoh called for Moses and Aaron and said, “Go, sacrifice to your God within the land.” Legacy Standard Bible And Pharaoh called for Moses and Aaron and said, “Go, sacrifice to your God within the land.” Amplified Bible Then Pharaoh called for Moses and Aaron and said, “Go, sacrifice to your God [here] in the land [of Egypt].” Berean Annotated Bible Then Pharaoh (great house) summoned Moses (drawn out) and Aaron (light bringer) and said, “Go, sacrifice to your⁺ God {Elohehem} within this land. Christian Standard Bible Then Pharaoh summoned Moses and Aaron and said, “Go sacrifice to your God within the country.” Holman Christian Standard Bible Then Pharaoh summoned Moses and Aaron and said, “Go sacrifice to your God within the country.” American Standard Version And Pharaoh called for Moses and for Aaron, and said, Go ye, sacrifice to your God in the land. Contemporary English Version Then the king sent for Moses and Aaron and told them, "Go ahead and sacrifice to your God, but stay here in Egypt." English Revised Version And Pharaoh called for Moses and for Aaron, and said, Go ye, sacrifice to your God in the land. GOD'S WORD® Translation Pharaoh called for Moses and Aaron and said, "Go, sacrifice to your God here in this country." Good News Translation Then the king called for Moses and Aaron and said, "Go and offer sacrifices to your God here in this country." International Standard Version Then Pharaoh summoned Moses and Aaron and said, "Go, offer sacrifices to your God in the land." NET Bible Then Pharaoh summoned Moses and Aaron and said, "Go, sacrifice to your God within the land." New Heart English Bible Pharaoh called for Moses and for Aaron, and said, "Go, sacrifice to your God in the land." Webster's Bible Translation And Pharaoh called for Moses, and for Aaron, and said, Go ye, sacrifice to your God in the land. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleThen Pharaoh summoned Moses and Aaron and said, “Go, sacrifice to your God within this land.” World English Bible Pharaoh called for Moses and for Aaron, and said, “Go, sacrifice to your God in the land!” Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd Pharaoh calls to Moses and to Aaron and says, “Go, sacrifice to your God in the land”; Berean Literal Bible And Pharaoh called for Moses and for Aaron and said, “Go, sacrifice to your⁺ God in the land.” Young's Literal Translation And Pharaoh calleth unto Moses and to Aaron, and saith, 'Go, sacrifice to your God in the land;' Smith's Literal Translation Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd Pharao called Moses and Aaron, and said to them: Go, and sacrifice to your God in this land. Catholic Public Domain Version And Pharaoh called Moses and Aaron, and he said to them, “Go and sacrifice to your God in this land.” New American Bible Then Pharaoh summoned Moses and Aaron and said, “Go sacrifice to your God within the land.” New Revised Standard Version Then Pharaoh summoned Moses and Aaron, and said, “Go, sacrifice to your God within the land.” Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleThen Pharaoh called for Moses and for Aaron, and said to them, Go, sacrifice to your God within the land. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And Pharaoh called Moshe and Aaron and said to them, “Go sacrifice before LORD JEHOVAH your God in the land.” OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And Pharaoh called for Moses and for Aaron, and said: 'Go ye, sacrifice to your God in the land.' Brenton Septuagint Translation And Pharao called Moses and Aaron, saying, Go and sacrifice to the Lord your God in the land. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Fourth Plague: Flies…24And the LORD did so. Thick swarms of flies poured into Pharaoh’s palace and into the houses of his officials. Throughout Egypt the land was ruined by swarms of flies. 25Then Pharaoh summoned Moses and Aaron and said, “Go, sacrifice to your God within this land.” 26But Moses replied, “It would not be right to do that, because the sacrifices we offer to the LORD our God would be detestable to the Egyptians. If we offer sacrifices that are detestable before the Egyptians, will they not stone us?… Cross References Then Pharaoh summoned Moses and Aaron Exodus 9:27 Then Pharaoh summoned Moses and Aaron. “This time I have sinned,” he said. “The LORD is righteous, and I and my people are wicked. Exodus 10:16 Pharaoh quickly summoned Moses and Aaron and said, “I have sinned against the LORD your God and against you. and said, “Go, sacrifice to your God Exodus 10:8 So Moses and Aaron were brought back to Pharaoh. “Go, worship the LORD your God,” he said. “But who exactly will be going?” Exodus 10:25 But Moses replied, “You must also provide us with sacrifices and burnt offerings to present to the LORD our God. Exodus 10:24 Then Pharaoh summoned Moses and said, “Go, worship the LORD. Even your little ones may go with you; only your flocks and herds must stay behind.” within this land.” Isaiah 19:19 In that day there will be an altar to the LORD in the center of the land of Egypt, and a pillar to the LORD near her border. Isaiah 19:21 The LORD will make Himself known to Egypt, and on that day Egypt will acknowledge the LORD. They will worship with sacrifices and offerings; they will make vows to the LORD and fulfill them. Exodus 3:18 The elders of Israel will listen to what you say, and you must go with them to the king of Egypt and tell him, ‘The LORD, the God of the Hebrews, has met with us. Now please let us take a three-day journey into the wilderness, so that we may sacrifice to the LORD our God.’ Exodus 5:1-3 After that, Moses and Aaron went to Pharaoh and said, “This is what the LORD, the God of Israel, says: ‘Let My people go, so that they may hold a feast to Me in the wilderness.’” / But Pharaoh replied, “Who is the LORD that I should obey His voice and let Israel go? I do not know the LORD, and I will not let Israel go.” / “The God of the Hebrews has met with us,” they answered. “Please let us go on a three-day journey into the wilderness to sacrifice to the LORD our God, or He may strike us with plagues or with the sword.” Exodus 12:31-32 Then Pharaoh summoned Moses and Aaron by night and said, “Get up, leave my people, both you and the Israelites! Go, worship the LORD as you have requested. / Take your flocks and herds as well, just as you have said, and depart! And bless me also.” Exodus 4:22-23 Then tell Pharaoh that this is what the LORD says: ‘Israel is My firstborn son, / and I told you to let My son go so that he may worship Me. But since you have refused to let him go, behold, I will kill your firstborn son!’” Exodus 7:16 Then say to him, ‘The LORD, the God of the Hebrews, has sent me to tell you: Let My people go, so that they may worship Me in the wilderness. But until now you have not listened. Exodus 9:1 Then the LORD said to Moses, “Go to Pharaoh and tell him that this is what the LORD, the God of the Hebrews, says: ‘Let My people go, so that they may worship Me. Exodus 10:3 So Moses and Aaron went to Pharaoh and told him, “This is what the LORD, the God of the Hebrews, says: ‘How long will you refuse to humble yourself before Me? Let My people go, so that they may worship Me. Exodus 14:5 When the king of Egypt was told that the people had fled, Pharaoh and his officials changed their minds about them and said, “What have we done? We have released Israel from serving us.” Exodus 8:8 Pharaoh summoned Moses and Aaron and said, “Pray to the LORD to take the frogs away from me and my people. Then I will let your people go, that they may sacrifice to the LORD.” Treasury of Scripture And Pharaoh called for Moses and for Aaron, and said, Go you, sacrifice to your God in the land. Exodus 8:8 Then Pharaoh called for Moses and Aaron, and said, Intreat the LORD, that he may take away the frogs from me, and from my people; and I will let the people go, that they may do sacrifice unto the LORD. Exodus 9:27 And Pharaoh sent, and called for Moses and Aaron, and said unto them, I have sinned this time: the LORD is righteous, and I and my people are wicked. Exodus 10:16 Then Pharaoh called for Moses and Aaron in haste; and he said, I have sinned against the LORD your God, and against you. Jump to Previous Aaron Moses Offering Pharaoh Sacrifice Summoned WithinJump to Next Aaron Moses Offering Pharaoh Sacrifice Summoned WithinExodus 8 1. Frogs are sent8. Pharaoh complains to Moses, who by prayer removes them 16. The dust is turned into lice, which the magicians could not do 20. The plague of flies 25. Pharaoh inclines to let the people go, but yet is hardened Then Pharaoh summoned Moses and Aaron Pharaoh's summoning of Moses and Aaron indicates a moment of negotiation and desperation. This is after the fourth plague, the plague of flies, which has caused significant distress in Egypt. Pharaoh's willingness to engage with Moses and Aaron shows the increasing pressure he feels. Historically, Egyptian rulers were seen as divine or semi-divine figures, so summoning Moses and Aaron, representatives of a foreign God, suggests a crack in Pharaoh's perceived invincibility. This act also highlights the growing influence of Moses and Aaron as leaders of the Israelites. and said, “Go, sacrifice to your God within this land.” Persons / Places / Events 1. PharaohThe ruler of Egypt who is resistant to letting the Israelites go to worship their God. His heart is hardened, and he represents the opposition to God's will. 2. Moses The leader chosen by God to deliver the Israelites from Egyptian bondage. He acts as a mediator between God and Pharaoh. 3. Aaron Moses' brother and spokesperson, who assists Moses in confronting Pharaoh and performing signs. 4. Egypt The land where the Israelites are enslaved. It symbolizes oppression and the worldly system opposed to God's purposes. 5. Sacrifice The act of worship that the Israelites are commanded to perform, which Pharaoh attempts to control by dictating the location. Teaching Points Obedience to God's CommandGod's instructions are specific, and partial obedience is not true obedience. The Israelites were to sacrifice in the wilderness, not in Egypt, as a sign of separation from worldly influences. The Nature of Compromise Pharaoh's offer represents a compromise that dilutes God's command. Believers must be wary of compromises that hinder full obedience to God. Worship in Spirit and Truth True worship requires following God's directives, not conforming to the world's standards or pressures. Spiritual Warfare Pharaoh's resistance is a reminder of the spiritual battle believers face. Standing firm in God's commands is crucial in overcoming opposition. Faith and Perseverance Moses and Aaron's persistence in the face of Pharaoh's hardened heart teaches the importance of faith and perseverance in fulfilling God's mission. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Exodus 8:25?2. Why did Pharaoh suggest sacrifices "within this land" in Exodus 8:25? 3. How does Exodus 8:25 reveal Pharaoh's resistance to God's command? 4. Compare Pharaoh's compromise in Exodus 8:25 with other biblical examples of compromise. 5. What can Exodus 8:25 teach us about obeying God's commands without compromise? 6. How should Christians respond when pressured to compromise their faith like in Exodus 8:25? 7. Why did Pharaoh offer to let the Israelites sacrifice within Egypt in Exodus 8:25? 8. How does Exodus 8:25 reflect Pharaoh's resistance to God's command? 9. What does Exodus 8:25 reveal about the nature of compromise in faith? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Exodus 8? 11. What did Moses mean by 'Let my people go'? 12. What were the Ten Plagues of Egypt in the Bible? 13. What is the summary of the Exodus from Egypt? 14. (Exodus 4:22-23) In what way does God's threat to kill Egypt's firstborn reconcile with a just and merciful deity, furthermore aligning with the broader biblical narrative? What Does Exodus 8:25 Mean Then Pharaoh summoned Moses and Aaron– This call comes immediately after the devastating plague of flies (Exodus 8:20-24), a judgment so severe that “the land was ruined.” – Pharaoh’s urgency mirrors his earlier concession during the plague of frogs (Exodus 8:8-15), yet history shows each of his appeals ends in retreat once relief comes. – By summoning the very men he had once dismissed (Exodus 5:1-2), Pharaoh unknowingly fulfills God’s word that the ruler of Egypt would be compelled to listen (Exodus 3:19-20). and said – Pharaoh’s words launch another round of negotiation. He has no intention of surrendering to God’s full demand; instead, he tests boundaries, much like he will again in Exodus 10:24 when he says, “Go, worship the LORD—even your little ones may go, only leave your flocks.” – This pattern of half-measures echoes worldly sorrow that bargains for relief without true repentance (2 Corinthians 7:10), contrasting sharply with the wholehearted obedience God seeks (Deuteronomy 10:12-13). Go, sacrifice to your God – Pharaoh now acknowledges Israel’s God—something he flatly rejected in Exodus 5:2—yet his recognition is superficial. – “Sacrifice” matches Moses’ repeated request (Exodus 5:3; 8:1) and the earlier divine instruction to hold “a three-day journey into the wilderness” (Exodus 3:18). – By granting the act of worship, Pharaoh appears conciliatory, but he simultaneously imposes new limits, revealing a heart still hardened (Exodus 8:32). within this land – These three words twist the original command. God required separation from Egypt; Pharaoh proposes convenience. • Staying put spares Egypt the loss of labor. • It diminishes the public witness of Israel’s distinct calling (Leviticus 20:26). • It risks offending Egyptian worshippers of sacred animals, provoking conflict (Exodus 8:26). – The enemy often offers “local” compromises—worship without separation, devotion without departure—yet Scripture insists, “Come out from among them and be separate” (2 Corinthians 6:17). – Moses will rightly refuse, insisting on full obedience that includes distance and dedication (Exodus 8:27-28). summary Exodus 8:25 records Pharaoh’s half-hearted concession: he summons God’s messengers, permits sacrifice, yet confines it to Egypt. The verse exposes a heart still resisting God, modeling the danger of compromised obedience. True worship requires complete submission to God’s terms, not negotiated alternatives, for anything less leaves bondage intact and the heart unchanged. (25) Pharaoh called for Moses.--Pharaoh suffered from the kakerlaque equally with his subjects, or rather, more than his subjects. It was "upon him," inflicting its painful bites (Exodus 8:21); it was "upon his palaces" (Exodus 8:21), destroying his rich and magnificent furniture; it was upon his lands, ravaging and devastating them (Exodus 8:24). He therefore gave way before this plague almost at once, and without waiting for any remonstrance on the part of the magicians or others, "called for Moses."In the land.--Pretending to grant the request made of him, Pharaoh mars all by this little clause. A three days' journey into the wilderness had been demanded from the first (Exodus 5:3), and no less could be accepted. Verses 25-32. - The fourth plague moves the Pharaoh more than any preceding one. He still cannot bring himself to grant the demand of Moses; but he offers a compromise. The Israelites shall have a respite from their toils, and be permitted to hold their festival, and offer the needful sacrifices in Egypt (ver. 25). When this offer is for good reasons not accepted, he yields even further - he will let the people go and sacrifice in the wilderness - only they must not "go far away"(ver. 28). Having made this promise, he obtains for the second time the intercession of Moses and the discontinuance of the plague in consequence of it. But then, as before, when he saw that there was respite (ver. 15), he retracted his promise, hardened himself, and refused to allow the people to quit Egypt (ver. 32). Verse 25. - In the land - i.e., in Egypt within the limits of my dominions, so that I may not lose sight of you - far less run the risk of losing you altogether.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Then Pharaohפַרְעֹ֔ה (p̄ar·‘ōh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 6547: Pharaoh -- a title of Egypt kings summoned וַיִּקְרָ֣א (way·yiq·rā) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 7121: To call, proclaim, read Moses מֹשֶׁ֖ה (mō·šeh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 4872: Moses -- a great Israelite leader, prophet and lawgiver and Aaron וּֽלְאַהֲרֹ֑ן (ū·lə·’a·hă·rōn) Conjunctive waw, Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 175: Aaron -- an elder brother of Moses and said, וַיֹּ֗אמֶר (way·yō·mer) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 559: To utter, say “Go, לְכ֛וּ (lə·ḵū) Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine plural Strong's 1980: To go, come, walk sacrifice זִבְח֥וּ (ziḇ·ḥū) Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine plural Strong's 2076: To slaughter for sacrifice to your God לֵֽאלֹהֵיכֶ֖ם (lê·lō·hê·ḵem) Preposition-l | Noun - masculine plural construct | second person masculine plural Strong's 430: gods -- the supreme God, magistrates, a superlative within this land.” בָּאָֽרֶץ׃ (bā·’ā·reṣ) Preposition-b, Article | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 776: Earth, land Links Exodus 8:25 NIVExodus 8:25 NLT Exodus 8:25 ESV Exodus 8:25 NASB Exodus 8:25 KJV Exodus 8:25 BibleApps.com Exodus 8:25 Biblia Paralela Exodus 8:25 Chinese Bible Exodus 8:25 French Bible Exodus 8:25 Catholic Bible OT Law: Exodus 8:25 Pharaoh called for Moses and for Aaron (Exo. 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