Bible Strands
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.
Berean Standard Bible
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Study note
Setting — God addresses Moses at the burning bush, forecasting the Israelites' departure from Egypt.
The words — חֵן (chen) means "favor," and נָתַתִּי (natatti) translates to "I will give," establishing God as the active source of the promised grace.
The thread — This promise of favor appears in Exodus 11:3 and Exodus 12:36, where the Egyptians grant requests, and resurfaces in Psalms 105:37 regarding Israel's departure with silver and gold.
Why it lands — The text states that God will secure favor to ensure the people leave with material provision, requiring readers to acknowledge divine orchestration of justice and supply before departure.
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The Hebrew words
King James Version
And I will give this people favour in the sight of the Egyptians: and it shall come to pass, that, when ye go, ye shall not go empty:
Cross-references
- Exodus 12:36 And the LORD gave the people such favor in the sight of the Egyptians that they granted their request. In this way they plundered the Egyptians.
- Exodus 11:3 And the LORD gave the people favor in the sight of the Egyptians. Moreover, Moses himself was highly regarded in Egypt by Pharaoh’s officials and by the people.
- Psalms 105:37 He brought Israel out with silver and gold, and none among His tribes stumbled.
- Proverbs 16:7 When a man’s ways please the LORD, He makes even the man’s enemies live at peace with him.
- Psalms 106:46 He made them objects of compassion to all who held them captive.
- Genesis 39:21 the LORD was with him and extended kindness to him, granting him favor in the eyes of the prison warden.
- Acts 7:10 and rescued him from all his troubles. He granted Joseph favor and wisdom in the sight of Pharaoh king of Egypt, who appointed him ruler over Egypt and all his household.
- Nehemiah 1:11 O Lord, may Your ear be attentive to my prayer and to the prayers of Your servants who delight to revere Your name. Give Your servant success this day, I pray, and grant him mercy in the sight of this man.” (At that time I was the cupbearer to the king.)