King James Version

What Does Exodus 8:13 Mean?

Exodus 8:13 in the King James Version says “And the LORD did according to the word of Moses; and the frogs died out of the houses, out of the villages, and out of t... — study this verse from Exodus chapter 8 with commentary, cross-references, and original Hebrew word analysis.

And the LORD did according to the word of Moses; and the frogs died out of the houses, out of the villages, and out of the fields.

Exodus 8:13 · KJV


Context

11

And the frogs shall depart from thee, and from thy houses, and from thy servants, and from thy people; they shall remain in the river only.

12

And Moses and Aaron went out from Pharaoh: and Moses cried unto the LORD because of the frogs which he had brought against Pharaoh.

13

And the LORD did according to the word of Moses; and the frogs died out of the houses, out of the villages, and out of the fields.

14

And they gathered them together upon heaps: and the land stank.

15

But when Pharaoh saw that there was respite, he hardened his heart, and hearkened not unto them; as the LORD had said.


Commentary

KJV Study Commentary
Verse 13 describes the plague of frogs, targeting Heqet, Egyptian goddess of fertility portrayed as frog-headed. Frogs filled houses, bedrooms, ovens, and kneading bowls—contaminating private and sacred spaces. What Egypt worshipped became its torment.

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Historical & Cultural Context

Heqet assisted in childbirth and symbolized life and fertility. Frogs were sacred, making them untouchable. The plague forced Egyptians to encounter their goddess everywhere, yet powerless and disgusting.

Reflection Questions

  1. How does God expose the impotence of idols you've trusted?
  2. What happens when blessings become curses through misplaced worship?

Original Language Analysis

Hebrew · 12 words
וַיַּ֥עַשׂ1 of 12

did

H6213

to do or make, in the broadest sense and widest application

יְהוָ֖ה2 of 12

And the LORD

H3068

(the) self-existent or eternal; jeho-vah, jewish national name of god

כִּדְבַ֣ר3 of 12

according to the word

H1697

a word; by implication, a matter (as spoken of) or thing; adverbially, a cause

מֹשֶׁ֑ה4 of 12

of Moses

H4872

mosheh, the israelite lawgiver

וַיָּמֻ֙תוּ֙5 of 12

died

H4191

to die (literally or figuratively); causatively, to kill

הַֽצְפַרְדְּעִ֔ים6 of 12

and the frogs

H6854

a marsh-leaper, i.e., frog

מִן7 of 12
H4480

properly, a part of; hence (prepositionally), from or out of in many senses

הַבָּתִּ֥ים8 of 12

out of the houses

H1004

a house (in the greatest variation of applications, especially family, etc.)

מִן9 of 12
H4480

properly, a part of; hence (prepositionally), from or out of in many senses

הַֽחֲצֵרֹ֖ת10 of 12

out of the villages

H2691

a yard (as inclosed by a fence); also a hamlet (as similarly surrounded with walls)

וּמִן11 of 12
H4480

properly, a part of; hence (prepositionally), from or out of in many senses

הַשָּׂדֹֽת׃12 of 12

and out of the fields

H7704

a field (as flat)


Study Guide

Historical Context

This verse is found in the book of Exodus. Understanding the historical and cultural background helps illuminate its meaning for the original audience and for us today.

Theological Significance

Exodus 8:13 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.

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