Pharaoh’s chariots and his host hath he cast into the sea: his chosen captains also are drowned in the Red sea.
What does Exodus 15:4 mean?
This song is the most ancient we know of. It is a holy song, to the honour of God, to exalt his name, and celebrate his praise, and his only, not in the least to magnify any man.
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Keep this verse inside Exodus 15:3-5 and alongside a few nearby related passages.
Commentary on Exodus 15:4
Pharaoh's chariots and his host hath he cast into the sea: his chosen captains also are drowned in the Red sea. Hath He cast - "Hurled," as from a sling. See Exodus 14:27 . His chosen captains - See Exodus 14:7 note.
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Pharaoh's chariots and his host hath he cast into the sea: his chosen captains also are drowned in the Red sea.
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Pharaoh's chariots and his host hath he cast into the sea: his chosen captains also are drowned in the Red sea.
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Pharaoh's chariots and his host hath he cast into the sea: his chosen captains also are drowned in the Red sea.
Context in Exodus 15
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Exodus 15 belongs to the middle movement of the book, especially the section often described as plagues, Passover, and the crossing of the sea. Exodus tells the story of Israel’s rescue from Pharaoh, the revelation of the divine name, the covenant at Sinai, and the tabernacle where God chooses to dwell among his people. Read this chapter with the wider themes of redemption, Passover, and covenant in view so the individual verses keep their proper weight.
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Central texts on sin, grace, faith, Christ’s saving work, and the Bible’s announcement that salvation is received rather than achieved.
Glossary
- Red Sea Place
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Biblical body of water. Modern identification: Gulf of Suez.