Exodus 5:14
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for Exodus 5:14 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
Exodus 5:14 is a verse from the book of Exodus in the Old Testament. The KJV reads: "And the officers of the children of Israel, which Pharaoh's taskmasters had set over them, were beaten, and demanded, Wh..." Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
Exodus 5:14 — KJV
“And the officers of the children of Israel, which Pharaoh's taskmasters had set over them, were beaten, and demanded, Wherefore have ye not fulfilled your task in making brick both yesterday and to day, as heretofore?”
— Exodus 5:14 (KJV)
Exodus 5:14 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 5:14
“And Abner had communication with the elders of Israel, saying, Ye sought for David in times past to be king over you: in times...: Heb. both yesterday and the third day”
Shares key themes with Exodus 5:14: israel, over, both
“And moreover in time past, even when Saul was king, thou wast he that leddest out and broughtest in Israel: and the LORD thy God said unto thee, Thou shalt feed my people Israel, and thou shalt be ruler over my people Israel. in time...: Heb. both yesterday and the third day feed: or, rule”
Shares key themes with Exodus 5:14: israel, over, both
“Therefore they did set over them taskmasters to afflict them with their burdens. And they built for Pharaoh treasure cities, Pithom and Raamses.”
Shares key themes with Exodus 5:14: pharaoh, taskmasters, set
“And Pharaoh commanded the same day the taskmasters of the people, and their officers, saying,”
Shares key themes with Exodus 5:14: officers, pharaoh, taskmasters
“And the officers of the children of Israel did see that they were in evil case, after it was said, Ye shall not minish ought from your bricks of your daily task.”
Shares key themes with Exodus 5:14: officers, children, israel
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