Exodus 9:25
The hail struck down everything that was in the field in all the land of Egypt, both man and beast. And the hail struck down every plant of the field and broke every tree of the field.
English Standard Version (ESV)
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This wasn't just a storm; it was a targeted destruction that emphasized the utter vulnerability of everything exposed. The breaking of "every tree" isn't about splintering ancient oaks, but about the shattering of their branches and the ruin of their fruit, illustrating how deeply and comprehensively God's judgment impacted the land's provision.
This verse describes the devastating impact of the seventh plague, a violent hailstorm mixed with fire that God sent upon Egypt. It follows Moses' warning to Pharaoh that unless the Israelites were freed, such destruction would occur, and it directly contrasts with the protection God extended to the land of Goshen where His people lived. The severity of this plague, impacting both livestock and crops, serves as a powerful demonstration of God's judgment and power over Pharaoh's hardened heart and the gods of Egypt.
When God unleashes judgment, who or what is spared? This plague shows us the terrifying extent of God's power and its reach.
In this verse, we see the sheer devastation of the hail plague. It wasn't selective; it struck 'all that was in the field,' leaving no stone unturned.
Total Destruction
This comprehensive destruction highlights that when God judges, His judgment is complete and inescapable for those who defy Him.
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Was this just a freak weather event, or something more? The details of this plague point to a power far greater than storms.
The hail described in Exodus 9 is no ordinary storm. The text itself points to its supernatural character:
Signs of Divine Intervention
This wasn't just bad weather; it was a targeted demonstration of God's sovereign power over creation, designed to reveal His might to Pharaoh and the Egyptians.
Amidst the chaos, some Egyptians made a choice that saved them. What does this teach us about responding to God's warnings?
While the hail was devastating, the narrative includes a crucial detail about the Egyptians' response:
Fear and Flight
This contrast starkly illustrates that God's judgment is often preceded by warnings. Those who heed God's word, even if they are servants within Pharaoh's own household, are spared the worst. Those who disregard His word, no matter their status, face the full force of His judgment.
This isn't about earning salvation, but about demonstrating humility and respect for God's declared will, which leads to preservation.
This devastating plague highlights the selective power of God, distinguishing between His people in Goshen and the Egyptians, and demonstrating the catastrophic consequences of defying divine authority.
c. 1446 BC
Israelites Enslaved in Egypt
The Israelites have been in Egypt for generations, growing in number but now subjected to harsh slavery and oppression by the Egyptian rulers.
c. 1446 BC
Moses Confronts Pharaoh
God commissions Moses to confront Pharaoh and demand the release of the Israelites. This marks the beginning of a series of plagues sent to compel Pharaoh's obedience.
c. 1446 BC
Plagues of Egypt Begin
The first eight plagues, including the plague of blood, frogs, gnats, flies, livestock pestilence, boils, and locusts, afflict Egypt, progressively intensifying Pharaoh's resistance.
c. 1446 BC— this verse
Plague of Hail and Fire
God sends a devastating hailstorm, accompanied by fire, that strikes all of Egypt, destroying crops, trees, livestock, and people in the fields who did not seek shelter. Only the land of Goshen, where the Israelites lived, is spared.
c. 1446 BC
Pharaoh's Partial Repentance
Terrified by the hail, Pharaoh admits his sin and acknowledges the righteousness of God, promising to let the Israelites go. However, his heart remains hardened, and he retracts his promise once the plague ceases.
c. 1446 BC
Plagues of Locusts and Darkness
Following the hail, Egypt endures further plagues of locusts that consume the remaining crops and a thick, oppressive darkness that covers the land for three days.
c. 1446 BC
Plague of the Firstborn
The final and most devastating plague strikes: the death of every firstborn son in Egypt, from Pharaoh's own household to the humblest families, as well as the firstborn of livestock.
This passage describes a hail of immense weight and destructive power, mirroring the plague in Egypt and emphasizing God's catastrophic judgment.
Psalm 78:47This psalm recounts the plagues of Egypt, specifically mentioning that hail destroyed their vines and their sycamore-trees, aligning with the destruction of plant life in Exodus 9:25.
Jeremiah 10:13This verse speaks of God bringing hail and storms from the heavens, highlighting His power over the elements and His ability to use them for judgment, as seen in the Egyptian plague.
Job 38:22-23God questions Job about the storehouses of hail and snow, underscoring that these destructive forces are under His sovereign control and at His command, just as during the plague.
gillExodus 9:25: "And the hail smote throughout all the land of Egypt all that was in the field, both man and beast; and the hail smote every herb of the field, and brake every tree of the field."
And the hail smote throughout all the land of Egypt,.... It was in all the land, and it smote and did mischief in all parts of it, only in Goshen, after excepted: all that was in the field, both man and beast; which they that neglected the word of the Lord took no care to fetch home, these were all smitte…
calvinExodus 9:13-26: "And the LORD said unto Moses, Rise up early in the morning, and stand before Pharaoh, and say unto him, Thus saith the LORD God of the Hebrews, Let my people go, that they may serve me."
Send therefore now, and gather thy cattle, and all that thou hast in the field: for upon every man and beast which shall be found in the field, and shall not be brought home, the hail shall come down upon them, and they shall die.
Nunc igitur mitte, collige pecus tuum, et quicquid tibi…
This wasn't just a storm; it was a targeted destruction that emphasized the utter vulnerability of everything exposed. The breaking of "every tree" isn't about splintering ancient oaks, but about the shattering of their branches and the ruin of their fruit, illustrating how deeply and comprehensively God's judgment impacted the land's provision.
This verse describes the devastating impact of the seventh plague, a violent hailstorm mixed with fire that God sent upon Egypt. It follows Moses' warning to Pharaoh that unless the Israelites were freed, such destruction would occur, and it directly contrasts with the protection God extended to the land of Goshen where His people lived. The severity of this plague, impacting both livestock and crops, serves as a powerful demonstration of God's judgment and power over Pharaoh's hardened heart and the gods of Egypt.
This verse describes the devastating impact of the seventh plague, a violent hailstorm mixed with fire that God sent upon Egypt. It follows Moses' warning to Pharaoh that unless the Israelites were freed, such destruction would occur, and it directly contrasts with the protection God extended to the land of Goshen where His people lived. The severity of this plague, impacting both livestock and crops, serves as a powerful demonstration of God's judgment and power over Pharaoh's hardened heart and the gods of Egypt.
"The hail struck down everything that was in the field in all the land of Egypt, both man and beast. And the hail struck down every plant of the field and broke every tree of the field." — This wasn't just a storm; it was a targeted destruction that emphasized the utter vulnerability of everything exposed. The breaking of "every tree" isn't about splintering ancient oaks, but about the…
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