Acts 7:29
New International Version
When Moses heard this, he fled to Midian, where he settled as a foreigner and had two sons.

New Living Translation
When Moses heard that, he fled the country and lived as a foreigner in the land of Midian. There his two sons were born.

English Standard Version
At this retort Moses fled and became an exile in the land of Midian, where he became the father of two sons.

Berean Standard Bible
At this remark, Moses fled to the land of Midian, where he lived as a foreigner and had two sons.

Berean Literal Bible
Now at this remark, Moses fled, and became exiled in the land of Midian, where he begat two sons.

King James Bible
Then fled Moses at this saying, and was a stranger in the land of Madian, where he begat two sons.

New King James Version
Then, at this saying, Moses fled and became a dweller in the land of Midian, where he had two sons.

New American Standard Bible
At this remark, MOSES FLED AND BECAME A STRANGER IN THE LAND OF MIDIAN, where he fathered two sons.

NASB 1995
“At this remark, MOSES FLED AND BECAME AN ALIEN IN THE LAND OF MIDIAN, where he became the father of two sons.

NASB 1977
“And at this remark MOSES FLED, AND BECAME AN ALIEN IN THE LAND OF MIDIAN, where he became the father of two sons.

Legacy Standard Bible
At this remark, MOSES FLED AND BECAME A SOJOURNER IN THE LAND OF MIDIAN, where he was the father of two sons.

Amplified Bible
At this remark MOSES FLED AND BECAME AN EXILE IN THE LAND OF MIDIAN, where he fathered two sons.

Christian Standard Bible
“When he heard this, Moses fled and became an exile in the land of Midian, where he became the father of two sons.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
At this disclosure, Moses fled and became an exile in the land of Midian, where he fathered two sons.

American Standard Version
And Moses fled at this saying, and became a sojourner in the land of Midian, where he begat two sons.

Contemporary English Version
When Moses heard this, he ran away to live in the country of Midian. His two sons were born there.

English Revised Version
And Moses fled at this saying, and became a sojourner in the land of Midian, where he begat two sons.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
After he said that, Moses quickly left Egypt and lived in Midian as a foreigner. In Midian he fathered two sons.

Good News Translation
When Moses heard this, he fled from Egypt and went to live in the land of Midian. There he had two sons.

International Standard Version
Because of this, Moses fled and lived as a foreigner in the land of Midian. There he had two sons.

Majority Standard Bible
At this remark, Moses fled to the land of Midian, where he lived as a foreigner and had two sons.

NET Bible
When the man said this, Moses fled and became a foreigner in the land of Midian, where he became the father of two sons.

New Heart English Bible
Moses fled at this saying, and became a stranger in the land of Midian, where he became the father of two sons.

Webster's Bible Translation
Then Moses fled at this saying, and was a stranger in the land of Madian, where he begat two sons.

Weymouth New Testament
"Alarmed at this question, Moses fled from the country and went to live in the land of Midian. There he became the father of two sons.

World English Bible
Moses fled at this saying, and became a stranger in the land of Midian, where he became the father of two sons.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And Moses fled at this word, and became a sojourner in the land of Midian, where he begot two sons,

Berean Literal Bible
Now at this remark, Moses fled, and became exiled in the land of Midian, where he begat two sons.

Young's Literal Translation
'And Moses fled at this word, and became a sojourner in the land of Midian, where he begat two sons,

Smith's Literal Translation
And Moses fled at this word, and he was a sojourner in the land of Madian, where he begat two sons.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And Moses fled upon this word, and was a stranger in the land of Madian, where he begot two sons.

Catholic Public Domain Version
Then, at this word, Moses fled. And he became a foreigner in the land of Midian, where he produced two sons.

New American Bible
Moses fled when he heard this and settled as an alien in the land of Midian, where he became the father of two sons.

New Revised Standard Version
When he heard this, Moses fled and became a resident alien in the land of Midian. There he became the father of two sons.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And because of this saying, Moses fled and took refuge in the land of Ma’di-an where two sons were born to him.

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
And Moses fled at this saying and he became a nomad in the land of Midian and he had two sons.
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
And at that saying Moses fled, and became a resident in the land of Midian, where he begot two sons.

Godbey New Testament
And at this word Moses fled, and became a sojourner in the land of Midia, where he begat two sons.

Haweis New Testament
Then fled Moses at this saying, and was a sojourner in the land of Midian, where he begat two sons.

Mace New Testament
and went to reside in the land of Madian, where he became the father of two sons.

Weymouth New Testament
"Alarmed at this question, Moses fled from the country and went to live in the land of Midian. There he became the father of two sons.

Worrell New Testament
And Moses fled at this saying, and became a sojourner in the land of Midian, where he begat two sons.

Worsley New Testament
Upon this Moses fled, and became a sojourner in the land of Midian, where he begat two sons.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Stephen's Address to the Sanhedrin
28Do you want to kill me as you killed the Egyptian yesterday?’ 29 At this remark, Moses fled to the land of Midian, where he lived as a foreigner and had two sons. 30After forty years had passed, an angel appeared to Moses in the flames of a burning bush in the desert near Mount Sinai.…

Cross References
Exodus 2:15
When Pharaoh heard about this matter, he sought to kill Moses. But Moses fled from Pharaoh and settled in the land of Midian, where he sat down beside a well.

Exodus 2:11-12
One day, after Moses had grown up, he went out to his own people and observed their hard labor. He saw an Egyptian beating a Hebrew, one of his own people. / After looking this way and that and seeing no one, he struck down the Egyptian and hid his body in the sand.

Exodus 2:21-22
Moses agreed to stay with the man, and he gave his daughter Zipporah to Moses in marriage. / And she gave birth to a son, and Moses named him Gershom, saying, “I have become a foreigner in a foreign land.”

Exodus 4:19
Now the LORD had said to Moses in Midian, “Go back to Egypt, for all the men who sought to kill you are dead.”

Hebrews 11:27
By faith Moses left Egypt, not fearing the king’s anger; he persevered because he saw Him who is invisible.

Acts 2:39
This promise belongs to you and your children and to all who are far off—to all whom the Lord our God will call to Himself.”

Acts 13:17
The God of the people of Israel chose our fathers. He made them into a great people during their stay in Egypt, and with an uplifted arm He led them out of that land.

Acts 7:35
This Moses, whom they had rejected with the words, ‘Who made you ruler and judge?’ is the one whom God sent to be their ruler and redeemer through the angel who appeared to him in the bush.

Acts 7:23-24
When Moses was forty years old, he decided to visit his brothers, the children of Israel. / And when he saw one of them being mistreated, Moses went to his defense and avenged him by striking down the Egyptian who was oppressing him.

Acts 7:36
He led them out and performed wonders and signs in the land of Egypt, at the Red Sea, and for forty years in the wilderness.

Acts 7:40
They said to Aaron, ‘Make us gods who will go before us! As for this Moses who led us out of the land of Egypt, we do not know what has happened to him.’

Acts 7:52
Which of the prophets did your fathers fail to persecute? They even killed those who foretold the coming of the Righteous One. And now you are His betrayers and murderers—

Acts 9:15
“Go!” said the Lord. “This man is My chosen instrument to carry My name before the Gentiles and their kings, and before the people of Israel.

Acts 13:46
Then Paul and Barnabas answered them boldly: “It was necessary to speak the word of God to you first. But since you reject it and do not consider yourselves worthy of eternal life, we now turn to the Gentiles.

Acts 18:6
But when they opposed and insulted him, he shook out his garments and told them, “Your blood be on your own heads! I am innocent of it. From now on I will go to the Gentiles.”


Treasury of Scripture

Then fled Moses at this saying, and was a stranger in the land of Madian, where he begat two sons.

Exodus 2:14-22
And he said, Who made thee a prince and a judge over us? intendest thou to kill me, as thou killedst the Egyptian? And Moses feared, and said, Surely this thing is known…

Exodus 4:19,20
And the LORD said unto Moses in Midian, Go, return into Egypt: for all the men are dead which sought thy life…

Midian.

Exodus 18:2-4
Then Jethro, Moses' father in law, took Zipporah, Moses' wife, after he had sent her back, …

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Acts 7
1. Stephen, permitted to answer to the accusation of blasphemy,
2. shows that Abraham worshipped God rightly, and how God chose the fathers,
20. before Moses was born, and before the tabernacle and temple were built;
37. that Moses himself witnessed of Christ;
44. and that all outward ceremonies were ordained to last but for a time;
51. reprehending their rebellion, and murdering of Christ, whom the prophets foretold.
54. Whereupon they stone Stephen to death,
59. who commends his soul to Jesus, and humbly prays for them.














On hearing this
This phrase refers to the moment when Moses becomes aware of the danger he faces after his intervention in the conflict between two Hebrews is exposed. The Greek word for "hearing" (ἀκούσας, akousas) implies not just the act of hearing but understanding and perceiving the implications of what is heard. In the context of Moses' life, this moment marks a turning point, where he realizes the gravity of his actions and the potential consequences. It is a moment of awakening and decision, prompting Moses to take immediate action to preserve his life.

Moses fled
The Greek word for "fled" (ἔφυγεν, ephugen) conveys a sense of urgency and fear. Moses' flight to Midian is a pivotal event in his life, representing a transition from his privileged position in Egypt to a period of exile and obscurity. This act of fleeing is not just a physical escape but also a spiritual and emotional journey. It signifies a break from his past and the beginning of a new chapter in his life, where God will prepare him for his future role as the leader of the Israelites.

to Midian
Midian is a region located in the northwestern part of the Arabian Peninsula. Historically, it was inhabited by the Midianites, who were descendants of Abraham through his wife Keturah (Genesis 25:1-2). The choice of Midian as Moses' place of refuge is significant, as it connects him to his ancestral roots and places him in a land where he can encounter God in a new way. Midian becomes a place of transformation for Moses, where he learns humility and gains the experience necessary for his future mission.

where he lived as a foreigner
The phrase "lived as a foreigner" (παρῴκησεν, paroikēsen) highlights Moses' status as an outsider in Midian. This experience of being a foreigner is crucial in shaping Moses' identity and empathy for the Israelites, who are themselves foreigners and slaves in Egypt. It is a humbling experience that prepares Moses to lead a people who are marginalized and oppressed. The concept of living as a foreigner also resonates with the Christian understanding of being sojourners in this world, looking forward to a heavenly homeland.

and had two sons
Moses' two sons, Gershom and Eliezer, are mentioned here as part of his life in Midian. The names of his sons carry significant meaning. Gershom means "a stranger there," reflecting Moses' sense of alienation and his acknowledgment of his status as a foreigner. Eliezer means "God is my help," signifying Moses' reliance on God's providence and protection during his time in exile. The birth of his sons represents the continuation of God's covenant promises through Moses' lineage and serves as a reminder of God's faithfulness even in times of trial and displacement.

(29) Then fled Moses at this saying.--The rapid survey of the history passes over the intermediate link of Pharaoh's knowledge of the murder of the Egyptian, and his search for Moses.

Verse 29. - And Moses fled for then fled Moses, A.V.; became a sojourner for was a stranger, A.V.; Midian for Madian, A.V.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Greek
At
ἐν (en)
Preposition
Strong's 1722: In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc.

this
τούτῳ (toutō)
Demonstrative Pronoun - Dative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3778: This; he, she, it.

remark,
λόγῳ (logō)
Noun - Dative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3056: From lego; something said; by implication, a topic, also reasoning or motive; by extension, a computation; specially, the Divine Expression.

Moses
Μωϋσῆς (Mōusēs)
Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3475: Or Moses, or Mouses of Hebrew origin; Moseus, Moses, or Mouses, the Hebrew lawgiver.

fled
ἔφυγεν (ephygen)
Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 5343: To flee, escape, shun. Apparently a primary verb; to run away; by implication, to shun; by analogy, to vanish.

to
ἐν (en)
Preposition
Strong's 1722: In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc.

[the] land
γῇ (gē)
Noun - Dative Feminine Singular
Strong's 1093: Contracted from a primary word; soil; by extension a region, or the solid part or the whole of the terrene globe.

of Midian,
Μαδιάμ (Madiam)
Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular
Strong's 3099: Of Hebrew origin; Madian, a region of Arabia.

where
οὗ (hou)
Adverb
Strong's 3757: Where, whither, when, in what place. Genitive case of hos as adverb; at which place, i.e. Where.

he lived as
ἐγένετο (egeneto)
Verb - Aorist Indicative Middle - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 1096: A prolongation and middle voice form of a primary verb; to cause to be, i.e. to become, used with great latitude.

a foreigner
πάροικος (paroikos)
Adjective - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3941: Foreign, alien, subst: a foreigner, sojourner. From para and oikos; having a home near, i.e. a by-dweller.

[and] had
ἐγέννησεν (egennēsen)
Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 1080: From a variation of genos; to procreate; figuratively, to regenerate.

two
δύο (dyo)
Adjective - Accusative Masculine Plural
Strong's 1417: Two. A primary numeral; 'two'.

sons.
υἱοὺς (huious)
Noun - Accusative Masculine Plural
Strong's 5207: A son, descendent. Apparently a primary word; a 'son', used very widely of immediate, remote or figuratively, kinship.


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