Exodus 2:22
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for Exodus 2:22 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
Exodus 2:22 is a verse from the book of Exodus in the Old Testament. The KJV reads: "And she bare him a son, and he called his name Gershom: for he said, I have been a stranger in a strange land. Gershom: ..." Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
Exodus 2:22 — KJV
“And she bare him a son, and he called his name Gershom: for he said, I have been a stranger in a strange land. Gershom: that is, A stranger here”
— Exodus 2:22 (KJV)
Exodus 2:22 in Context — About the Book of Exodus
Exodus tells the defining rescue story of the Old Testament: God hears the cry of enslaved Israel, breaks Pharaoh's grip through ten plagues, parts the Red Sea, and meets His people at Sinai. It reveals God as deliverer, covenant-maker, and the One who dwells among His people.
Cross-References for Exodus 2:22
“And her two sons; of which the name of the one was Gershom; for he said, I have been an alien in a strange land: Gershom: that is A stranger there”
Shares key themes with Exodus 2:22: son, name, gershom
“And Leah conceived, and bare a son, and she called his name Reuben: for she said, Surely the LORD hath looked upon my affliction; now therefore my husband will love me. Reuben: that is, See a son”
Shares key themes with Exodus 2:22: bare, son, called
“And she conceived again, and bare a son; and said, Because the LORD hath heard that I was hated, he hath therefore given me this son also: and she called his name Simeon. Simeon: that is, Hearing”
Shares key themes with Exodus 2:22: bare, son, called
“And she conceived again, and bare a son; and said, Now this time will my husband be joined unto me, because I have born him three sons: therefore was his name called Levi. Levi: that is, Joined”
Shares key themes with Exodus 2:22: bare, son, called
“And she conceived again, and bare a son: and she said, Now will I praise the LORD: therefore she called his name Judah; and left bearing. Judah: that is, Praise left...: Heb. stood from bearing”
Shares key themes with Exodus 2:22: bare, son, called
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