Exodus 6:26
It was this Aaron and Moses to whom the LORD said, "Bring the Israelites out of the land of Egypt by their divisions."
It was this Aaron and Moses
Aaron and Moses are central figures in the narrative of the Exodus. Aaron, the older brother, serves as Moses' spokesperson due to Moses' claimed lack of eloquence (Exodus 4:10-16). This partnership highlights the importance of teamwork in fulfilling God's mission. Moses, raised in Pharaoh's household, is uniquely positioned to confront Egyptian authority. Their leadership is a type of Christ, as both serve as deliverers of God's people, prefiguring Jesus' role as the ultimate deliverer from sin.

to whom the LORD said
The direct communication from the LORD underscores the divine authority and mandate behind their mission. This phrase emphasizes the personal relationship and covenantal faithfulness of God to His chosen leaders. It reflects the pattern of God speaking to His prophets and leaders throughout the Old Testament, such as with Abraham (Genesis 12:1) and later with the prophets.

“Bring the Israelites out of the land of Egypt
This command is the central theme of the Exodus narrative, representing God's deliverance of His people from bondage. Egypt, a symbol of oppression and idolatry, contrasts with the Promised Land, a symbol of freedom and divine blessing. The deliverance from Egypt is a foundational event in Israel's history, often referenced throughout Scripture (Deuteronomy 5:6, Psalm 81:10). It prefigures the spiritual deliverance through Christ, who frees believers from the bondage of sin.

by their divisions.”
The term "divisions" suggests an organized, structured departure, possibly indicating military-like formations. This organization reflects God's orderliness and the preparation for the journey to the Promised Land. It also foreshadows the establishment of Israel as a nation with tribal divisions, as seen in the later census and organization in the Book of Numbers. This structured departure contrasts with the chaos of their enslavement, symbolizing a new beginning under God's guidance.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Moses
A central figure in the Exodus account, Moses is chosen by God to lead the Israelites out of Egyptian bondage. His life is marked by divine encounters and leadership challenges.

2. Aaron
Moses' brother, who serves as his spokesperson and later becomes the first high priest of Israel. Aaron plays a crucial role in supporting Moses and facilitating communication with Pharaoh.

3. The LORD (Yahweh)
The covenant-keeping God of Israel, who reveals Himself to Moses and commissions him to deliver His people from slavery.

4. The Israelites
The descendants of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, who are enslaved in Egypt and are the recipients of God's promise of deliverance.

5. Egypt
The land where the Israelites are enslaved. It represents both a place of oppression and the stage for God's mighty acts of deliverance.
Teaching Points
Divine Commissioning
God chooses specific individuals for His purposes. Just as Moses and Aaron were called to lead, believers today are called to fulfill God's purposes in their lives.

Obedience to God's Command
Moses and Aaron's obedience to God's command to lead the Israelites out of Egypt serves as a model for believers to follow God's directives, even when faced with daunting tasks.

God's Faithfulness
The deliverance of the Israelites from Egypt is a testament to God's faithfulness to His promises. Believers can trust in God's faithfulness in their own lives.

Leadership and Support
The partnership between Moses and Aaron highlights the importance of collaboration and support in leadership roles within the church and community.

Deliverance and Redemption
The Exodus account is a powerful illustration of God's redemptive work, pointing to the ultimate deliverance through Jesus Christ.
Bible Study Questions
1. How does the calling of Moses and Aaron in Exodus 6:26 inspire you to respond to God's calling in your own life?

2. In what ways can the partnership between Moses and Aaron serve as a model for effective teamwork in ministry or community service?

3. Reflect on a time when you experienced God's faithfulness in a challenging situation. How does this reinforce your trust in His promises?

4. How can the account of the Israelites' deliverance from Egypt encourage you in your personal journey of faith and redemption?

5. What practical steps can you take to ensure obedience to God's commands, even when they seem difficult or overwhelming?
Connections to Other Scriptures
Exodus 3:10-12
This passage connects to Exodus 6:26 by detailing God's initial call to Moses at the burning bush, where He commissions Moses to lead the Israelites out of Egypt.

Numbers 33:1
This verse provides a summary of the journey of the Israelites as they leave Egypt, highlighting the fulfillment of God's command in Exodus 6:26.

Hebrews 11:24-29
The New Testament reflects on Moses' faith, emphasizing his role in leading the Israelites out of Egypt, which aligns with the command given in Exodus 6:26.
Shaken Faith, and an Unshaken PurposeJ. Orr Exodus 6:9-14, 28-30
A Panoramic Glance At HistoryJ. S. Exell, M. A.Exodus 6:14-27
LessonsG. Hughes, B. D.Exodus 6:14-27
The Genealogical TableHenry, MatthewExodus 6:14-27
The Genealogy of the ChurchJ. S. Exell, M. A.Exodus 6:14-27
The Genealogy of Moses and AaronJ. Orr Exodus 6:14-28
People
Aaron, Abiasaph, Abihu, Amminadab, Amram, Assir, Canaanitish, Carmi, Egyptians, Eleazar, Elisheba, Elkanah, Elzaphan, Enoch, Gershon, Hanoch, Hezron, Isaac, Israelites, Ithamar, Izhar, Jachin, Jacob, Jamin, Jemuel, Jochebed, Kohath, Korah, Korahites, Korhites, Levi, Levites, Libni, Mahali, Mahli, Merari, Mishael, Moses, Mushi, Naashon, Nadab, Nahshon, Nepheg, Ohad, Pallu, Phallu, Pharaoh, Phinehas, Putiel, Reuben, Saul, Shaul, Shimei, Shimi, Simeon, Uzziel, Zichri, Zithri, Zohar
Places
Canaan, Egypt
Topics
Aaron, Armies, Bring, Divisions, Egypt, Hosts, Israelites, Sons
Dictionary of Bible Themes
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To the Saddest of the Sad
I often wonder what those preachers do who feel called to make up their message as they go on; for if they fail, their failure must be attributed in great measure to their want of ability to make up a moving tale. They have to spread their sails to the breeze of the age, and to pick up a gospel that comes floating down to them on the stream of time, altering every week in the year; and they must have an endless task to catch this new idea, or, as they put it, to keep abreast of the age. Unless, indeed,
Charles Haddon Spurgeon—Spurgeon's Sermons Volume 34: 1888

From Egypt to Sinai.
Ex. Chs. 1-19 Israel in Egypt. The length of time the Hebrews remained In Egypt is a perplexing question. Exodus 6:16-20 makes Moses the fourth generation from Levi (See Gen. 15:16; Num. 26:57-59). This would make it about 150 years. Gen. 15:13 predicts 400 years. Ex. 12:40 says they were there 430 years and Paul (Gal. 3:17) says 430 years from Abraham to Sinai. These apparently conflicting dates may be explained because of different methods of counting generations, probably based on long lives of
Josiah Blake Tidwell—The Bible Period by Period

Fourth Day. Holiness and Revelation.
And when the Lord saw that Moses turned aside to see, He called unto him out of the midst of the bush, and said, Moses, Moses. And he said, Here am I. And He said, Draw not nigh hither; put off thy shoes from thy feet, for the place where thou standest is holy ground. And Moses hid his face, for He was afraid to look upon God.'--Ex. iii. 4-6. And why was it holy ground? Because God had come there and occupied it. Where God is, there is holiness; it is the presence of God makes holy. This is the
Andrew Murray—Holy in Christ

Appendix viii. Rabbinic Traditions About Elijah, the Forerunner of the Messiah
To complete the evidence, presented in the text, as to the essential difference between the teaching of the ancient Synagogue about the Forerunner of the Messiah' and the history and mission of John the Baptist, as described in the New Testaments, we subjoin a full, though condensed, account of the earlier Rabbinic traditions about Elijah. Opinions differ as to the descent and birthplace of Elijah. According to some, he was from the land of Gilead (Bemid. R. 14), and of the tribe of Gad (Tanch. on
Alfred Edersheim—The Life and Times of Jesus the Messiah

Exodus
The book of Exodus--so named in the Greek version from the march of Israel out of Egypt--opens upon a scene of oppression very different from the prosperity and triumph in which Genesis had closed. Israel is being cruelly crushed by the new dynasty which has arisen in Egypt (i.) and the story of the book is the story of her redemption. Ultimately it is Israel's God that is her redeemer, but He operates largely by human means; and the first step is the preparation of a deliverer, Moses, whose parentage,
John Edgar McFadyen—Introduction to the Old Testament

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