Bible Strands
Exodus 12:35
Furthermore, the Israelites acted on Moses’ word and asked the Egyptians for articles of silver and gold, and for clothing.
Berean Standard Bible
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Study note
Setting — The narrator records the Israelites executing Moses’ instructions at the moment of departure, positioned between their preparation of unleavened dough and the Egyptian granting of their requests.
The words — וַֽ/יִּשְׁאֲלוּ֙ (va/i.yish.'a.Lu) translates literally as "and they asked," specifying the act of requesting materials from the Egyptian population.
The thread — This action fulfills the prior divine announcements in Exodus 3:21 and Exodus 11:2, while realizing the covenant promise in Genesis 15:14 that the departing people would leave with possessions.
Why it lands — The passage requires readers to note how immediate obedience to a prophetic command directly activates prior divine promises, grounding theological fulfillment in concrete historical compliance.
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The Hebrew words
King James Version
And the children of Israel did according to the word of Moses; and they borrowed of the Egyptians jewels of silver, and jewels of gold, and raiment:
Cross-references
- Exodus 3:21 And I will grant this people such favor in the sight of the Egyptians that when you leave, you will not go away empty-handed.
- Exodus 11:2 Now announce to the people that men and women alike should ask their neighbors for articles of silver and gold.”
- Genesis 15:14 But I will judge the nation they serve as slaves, and afterward they will depart with many possessions.
- Psalms 105:37 He brought Israel out with silver and gold, and none among His tribes stumbled.