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 EXODUS 10

Moses warns Pharaoh of the impending plague of locusts. Pharaoh's officials beg him to let the men go, but he is still unwilling to give in. He proposes a compromise: the men will be allowed to go, while women, children and livestock will remain in Egypt. Moses repeats God's demand that every last person and animal shall go, but Pharaoh refuses.

God has Moses stretch his staff over Egypt, and a wind brings a locust swarm. The swarm covers the sky, casting a shadow over Egypt, consuming all remaining crops. Pharaoh again promises to allow the children of Israel to worship God in the desert. As promised, God hardens Pharaoh's heart, and Pharaoh does not allow Israel to leave.

God instructs Moses to stretch his hand over Egypt, and bringing a tangible darkness for three days. The children of Israel are able to see perfectly. Pharaoh summons Moses again to bargain with him: he offers to let all the Hebrews go, but leave their livestock in Egypt. Moses refuses this condition. Pharaoh is outraged, and he threatens Moses with death.

PEOPLE: YHVH God - Moses - Pharaoh - Aaron - children of Israel

PLACES: Egypt - Red Sea

RELATED ARTICLES: Bo (parsha) - Plagues of Egypt - Aaron's rod

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