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Exodus 18:27 Cross-References
Explore 4 cross-references for Exodus 18:27 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Exodus chapter 18 verse 27 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And Moses let his father in law depart; and he went his way into his own land.”
Exodus 18:27 (KJV)
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Commentary on Exodus 18:27
And Moses let his father in law depart; and he went his way into his own land—Jethro's departure after giving counsel shows he came to help, not control. The verb 'let depart' (וַיְשַׁלַּח, vay'shalach, 'sent away') indicates Moses' releasing Jethro with honor. The phrase 'he went his way into his own land' shows Jethro returns to Midian—his mission complete. Numbers 10:29-32 records Moses later inviting Hobab (apparently Jethro's son or another name for Jethro) to stay as guide, suggesting warm relationship continued. Jethro's return despite witnessing impending Sinai revelation shows content...
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Cross-References for Exodus 18:27
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“the son of Reuel the Midianite”
“he”
“Laban rose up”
“their sister”