A Contented Resident
Exodus 2:16-22
Now the priest of Midian had seven daughters: and they came and drew water, and filled the troughs to water their father's flock.…


1. A wondrous sight — accustomed to a palace.

2. A happy sight — pastoral toil.

3. A scarce sight — men are restless.He was content —

1. With his daily companionships.

2. With his daily occupation.

3. With the scene of his residence.

4. With his matrimonial alliance.

(J. S. Exell, M. A.)



Parallel Verses
KJV: Now the priest of Midian had seven daughters: and they came and drew water, and filled the troughs to water their father's flock.

WEB: Now the priest of Midian had seven daughters. They came and drew water, and filled the troughs to water their father's flock.




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