Throughout the land of Egypt, the hail struck down everything in the field, both man and beast; it beat down every plant of the field and stripped every tree. Throughout the land of EgyptThis phrase emphasizes the comprehensive nature of the plague. The Hebrew word for "throughout" (בְּכָל, b'chol) indicates totality, suggesting that no part of Egypt was spared. Historically, Egypt was a powerful and vast empire, and this divine judgment was a direct challenge to its perceived invincibility. The land of Egypt, known for its fertility and agricultural abundance due to the Nile, faced devastation, highlighting God's supremacy over nature and the Egyptian gods. the hail struck down
The Hebrew word for "hail" (בָּרָד, barad) is significant as it represents a natural phenomenon that was uncommon in Egypt, a land known for its dry climate. The phrase "struck down" (נָכָה, nakah) conveys a sense of violent impact, illustrating the severity of God's judgment. This event was not merely a natural disaster but a supernatural act demonstrating God's power over creation and His ability to use it as an instrument of judgment. everything in the field
The word "everything" (כָּל, kol) underscores the totality of the destruction. The fields, which were the source of sustenance and economic stability for Egypt, were laid waste. This phrase serves as a reminder of the fragility of human reliance on material resources and the futility of trusting in earthly provisions over divine providence. both man and beast
The inclusion of "man and beast" (אָדָם וּבְהֵמָה, adam u'behemah) highlights the indiscriminate nature of the plague. It affected all living creatures, emphasizing the universality of God's judgment. This serves as a sobering reminder of the consequences of sin and rebellion against God, affecting all of creation. it beat down every plant of the field
The phrase "beat down" (שָׁבַר, shabar) conveys a sense of crushing or breaking, indicating the thoroughness of the destruction. The "plant of the field" (עֵשֶׂב הַשָּׂדֶה, esev hasadeh) represents the basic elements of agriculture, essential for survival. This devastation symbolizes the stripping away of Egypt's prosperity and self-reliance, pointing to the need for dependence on God. and shattered every tree of the field
The word "shattered" (שָׁבַר, shabar) is the same as "beat down," reinforcing the completeness of the destruction. Trees, often symbols of strength and endurance, were not spared. The "tree of the field" (עֵץ הַשָּׂדֶה, etz hasadeh) being shattered signifies the breaking of Egypt's pride and the futility of its resistance against God's will. This serves as a powerful illustration of God's ability to humble the mighty and exalt His own name above all. Persons / Places / Events 1. EgyptThe land where the Israelites were enslaved and where God demonstrated His power through the plagues. 2. PharaohThe ruler of Egypt who hardened his heart against God’s command to let the Israelites go. 3. MosesThe prophet and leader chosen by God to deliver the Israelites from slavery. 4. The Plague of HailThe seventh plague sent by God upon Egypt, demonstrating His power and judgment. 5. The IsraelitesGod’s chosen people, who were spared from the devastation of the plagues. Teaching Points God's Sovereignty and PowerThe plague of hail demonstrates God's control over nature and His ability to execute judgment. The Hardness of HeartPharaoh's refusal to heed God's warnings serves as a caution against hardening our hearts to God's voice. Protection of God's PeopleThe Israelites were spared from the plague, illustrating God's protection and care for His people. Repentance and ObedienceThe plagues serve as a call to repentance and obedience to God's commands. Judgment and MercyWhile God’s judgment is severe, His mercy is evident in sparing those who belong to Him. Bible Study Questions 1. How does the plague of hail in Exodus 9:25 demonstrate God's sovereignty over creation? 2. In what ways can we see the hardness of Pharaoh's heart reflected in our own lives, and how can we guard against it? 3. How does the protection of the Israelites during the plagues encourage us in our faith today? 4. What lessons can we learn from the plagues about the importance of repentance and obedience to God? 5. How do the plagues in Exodus connect to the themes of judgment and mercy found throughout the Bible, particularly in the New Testament? Connections to Other Scriptures Genesis 19The destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah by fire and brimstone parallels the destructive power of the hail, showing God's judgment. Psalm 78This psalm recounts the plagues of Egypt, including the hail, as a reminder of God's mighty works and judgment. Revelation 16The plagues in Revelation echo the plagues of Egypt, symbolizing God's ultimate judgment on sin. People Aaron, Egyptians, Israelites, Moses, PharaohPlaces Egypt, GoshenTopics Animal, Animals, Beast, Beat, Brake, Broke, Broken, Cattle, Crushed, Egypt, Field, Fields, Green, Growing, Hail, Herb, Ice-storm, Plant, Shattered, Smiteth, Smitten, Smote, Stripped, Struck, Throughout, TreeDictionary of Bible Themes Exodus 9:25 5885 indifference Exodus 9:18-33 4828 hail Exodus 9:22-25 4605 animals, religious role Exodus 9:22-26 4843 plague Exodus 9:22-32 4456 grain Library Confession of Sin --A Sermon with Seven Texts
The Hardened Sinner. PHARAOH--"I have sinned."--Exodus 9:27. I. The first case I shall bring before you is that of the HARDENED SINNER, who, when under terror, says, "I have sinned." And you will find the text in the book of Exodus, the 9th chap. and 27th verse: "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." But why this confession from the lips of the haughty tyrant? He was not often wont to …
Charles Haddon Spurgeon—Spurgeon's Sermons Volume 3: 1857The God of the Old Testament is the God of the New
(Palm Sunday.) Exodus ix. 14. I will at this time send all my plagues upon thine heart, and upon thy servants, and upon thy people, that thou mayest know that there is none like me in all the earth. We are now beginning Passion Week, the week of the whole year which ought to teach us most theology; that is, most concerning God, his character and his spirit. For in this Passion Week God did that which utterly and perfectly showed forth his glory, as it never has been shown forth before or since. …
Charles Kingsley—The Gospel of the Pentateuch The Plagues of Egypt
(Palm Sunday.) EXODUS ix. 13, 14. Thus saith the Lord God of the Hebrews, Let my people go, that they may serve me. For I will at this time send all my plagues upon thine heart, and upon thy servants, and upon thy people; that thou mayest know that there is none like me in all the earth. You will understand, I think, the meaning of the ten plagues of Egypt better, if I explain to you in a few words what kind of a country Egypt is, what kind of people the Egyptians were. Some of you, doubtless, …
Charles Kingsley—The Gospel of the Pentateuch Sign Seekers, and the Enthusiast Reproved.
(Galilee on the Same Day as the Last Section.) ^A Matt. XII. 38-45; ^C Luke XI. 24-36. ^c 29 And when the multitudes were gathering together unto him, ^a 38 Then certain of the scribes and Pharisees answered him, saying, Teacher, we would see a sign from thee. [Having been severely rebuked by Jesus, it is likely that the scribes and Pharisees asked for a sign that they might appear to the multitude more fair-minded and open to conviction than Jesus had represented them to be. Jesus had just wrought …
J. W. McGarvey—The Four-Fold Gospel The Hardening in the Sacred Scripture.
"He hath hardened their heart."-- John xii. 40. The Scripture teaches positively that the hardening and "darkening of their foolish heart" is a divine, intentional act. This is plainly evident from God's charge to Moses concerning the king of Egypt: "Thou shalt speak all that I command thee; and I will harden Pharaoh's heart, and multiply My signs and wonders in the land of Egypt. But Pharaoh shall not harken unto you, and I will lay My hand upon Egypt, and the Egyptians shall know that I am the …
Abraham Kuyper—The Work of the Holy Spirit The Sovereignty of God in Reprobation
"Behold therefore the goodness and severity of God" (Rom. 11:22). In the last chapter when treating of the Sovereignty of God the Father in Salvation, we examined seven passages which represent Him as making a choice from among the children of men, and predestinating certain ones to be conformed to the image of His Son. The thoughtful reader will naturally ask, And what of those who were not "ordained to eternal life?" The answer which is usually returned to this question, even by those who profess …
Arthur W. Pink—The Sovereignty of God Man's Misery by the Fall
Q-19: WHAT IS THE MISERY OF THAT ESTATE WHEREINTO MAN FELL? A: All mankind by their fall lost communion with God, are under his wrath and curse, and so made liable to all the miseries in this life, to death itself, and to the pains of hell for ever. 'And were by nature children of wrath.' Eph 2:2. Adam left an unhappy portion to his posterity, Sin and Misery. Having considered the first of these, original sin, we shall now advert to the misery of that state. In the first, we have seen mankind offending; …
Thomas Watson—A Body of Divinity Opposition to Messiah Ruinous
Thou shalt break them with a rod of iron; Thou shalt dash them in pieces like a potter's vessel T here is a species of the sublime in writing, which seems peculiar to the Scripture, and of which, properly, no subjects but those of divine revelation are capable, With us, things inconsiderable in themselves are elevated by splendid images, which give them an apparent importance beyond what they can justly claim. Thus the poet, when describing a battle among bees, by a judicious selection of epithets …
John Newton—Messiah Vol. 2 Exposition of Chap. Iii. (ii. 28-32. )
Ver. 1. "And it shall come to pass, afterwards, I will pour out My Spirit upon all flesh; and your sons and your daughters shall prophesy; your old men shall dream dreams, and your young men shall see visions." The communication of the Spirit of God was the constant prerogative of the Covenant-people. Indeed, the very idea of such a people necessarily requires it. For the Spirit of God is the only inward bond betwixt Him and that which is created; a Covenant-people, therefore, without such an inward …
Ernst Wilhelm Hengstenberg—Christology of the Old Testament Exodus
The book of Exodus--so named in the Greek version from the march of Israel out of Egypt--opens upon a scene of oppression very different from the prosperity and triumph in which Genesis had closed. Israel is being cruelly crushed by the new dynasty which has arisen in Egypt (i.) and the story of the book is the story of her redemption. Ultimately it is Israel's God that is her redeemer, but He operates largely by human means; and the first step is the preparation of a deliverer, Moses, whose parentage, …
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