Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version he said to him, “I am the LORD. Tell Pharaoh king of Egypt everything I tell you.” New Living Translation he said to him, “I am the LORD! Tell Pharaoh, the king of Egypt, everything I am telling you.” English Standard Version the LORD said to Moses, “I am the LORD; tell Pharaoh king of Egypt all that I say to you.” Berean Standard Bible He said to him, “I am the LORD; tell Pharaoh king of Egypt everything I say to you.” Berean Literal Bible that YHWH spoke to Moses, saying, “I am YHWH; speak to Pharaoh king of Egypt all that I am speaking to you.” King James Bible That the LORD spake unto Moses, saying, I am the LORD: speak thou unto Pharaoh king of Egypt all that I say unto thee. New King James Version that the LORD spoke to Moses, saying, “I am the LORD. Speak to Pharaoh king of Egypt all that I say to you.” New American Standard Bible that the LORD spoke to Moses, saying, “I am the LORD; say to Pharaoh king of Egypt all that I say to you.” NASB 1995 that the LORD spoke to Moses, saying, “I am the LORD; speak to Pharaoh king of Egypt all that I speak to you.” NASB 1977 that the LORD spoke to Moses, saying, “I am the LORD; speak to Pharaoh king of Egypt all that I speak to you.” Legacy Standard Bible that Yahweh spoke to Moses, saying, “I am Yahweh; speak to Pharaoh king of Egypt all that I am speaking to you.” Amplified Bible that He said, “I am the LORD; tell Pharaoh king of Egypt everything that I say to you.” Berean Annotated Bible He {YHWH} said to him (drawn out), “I am the LORD; tell Pharaoh (great house) king of Egypt (land of bondage) everything I say to you. Christian Standard Bible he said to him, “I am the LORD; tell Pharaoh king of Egypt everything I am telling you.” Holman Christian Standard Bible He said to him, “I am Yahweh; tell Pharaoh king of Egypt everything I am telling you.” American Standard Version that Jehovah spake unto Moses, saying, I am Jehovah: speak thou unto Pharaoh king of Egypt all that I speak unto thee. Contemporary English Version he said, "I am the LORD. Tell the king of Egypt everything I say to you." English Revised Version that the LORD spake unto Moses, saying, I am the LORD: speak thou unto Pharaoh king of Egypt all that I speak unto thee. GOD'S WORD® Translation He said to Moses, "I am the LORD. Tell Pharaoh (the king of Egypt) everything I tell you." Good News Translation he said, "I am the LORD. Tell the king of Egypt everything I tell you." International Standard Version that the LORD told Moses, "I am the LORD. Tell Pharaoh, king of Egypt, everything that I'm saying to you." NET Bible he said to him, "I am the LORD. Tell Pharaoh king of Egypt all that I am telling you." New Heart English Bible that the LORD spoke to Moses, saying, "I am the LORD. Speak to Pharaoh king of Egypt all that I speak to you." Webster's Bible Translation That the LORD spoke to Moses, saying, I am the LORD: speak thou to Pharaoh, king of Egypt, all that I say to thee. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleHe said to him, “I am the LORD; tell Pharaoh king of Egypt everything I say to you.” World English Bible Yahweh said to Moses, “I am Yahweh. Tell Pharaoh king of Egypt all that I tell you.” Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionthat YHWH speaks to Moses, saying, “I [am] YHWH, speak to Pharaoh king of Egypt all that I am speaking to you.” Berean Literal Bible that YHWH spoke to Moses, saying, “I am YHWH; speak to Pharaoh king of Egypt all that I am speaking to you.” Young's Literal Translation that Jehovah speaketh unto Moses, saying, 'I am Jehovah, speak unto Pharaoh king of Egypt all that I am speaking unto thee.' Smith's Literal Translation And Jehovah will speak to Moses, saying, I am Jehovah; speak to Pharaoh king of Egypt, all which I say to thee. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd the Lord spoke to Moses, saying: I am the Lord: speak thou to Pharao king of Egypt all that I say to thee. Catholic Public Domain Version And the Lord spoke to Moses, saying: “I am the Lord. Speak to Pharaoh, king of Egypt, all that I speak to you.” New American Bible the LORD said to Moses: I am the LORD. Say to Pharaoh, king of Egypt, all that I tell you. New Revised Standard Version he said to him, “I am the LORD; tell Pharaoh king of Egypt all that I am speaking to you.” Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleThat the LORD spoke to Moses, and said to him, I am the LORD; speak to Pharaoh king of Egypt all that I say to you. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated LORD JEHOVAH spoke with Moshe and said to him, “I AM LORD JEHOVAH; say to Pharaoh the King of Egypt everything that I said to you.” OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917that the LORD spoke unto Moses, saying: 'I am the LORD; speak thou unto Pharaoh king of Egypt all that I speak unto thee.' Brenton Septuagint Translation then the Lord spoke to Moses, saying, I am the Lord: speak to Pharao king of Egypt whatsoever I say to thee. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Genealogies of Moses and Aaron…28Now on the day that the LORD spoke to Moses in Egypt, 29He said to him, “I am the LORD; tell Pharaoh king of Egypt everything I say to you.” 30But in the LORD’s presence Moses replied, “Since I am unskilled in speech, why would Pharaoh listen to me?”… Cross References He said to him, Exodus 3:4 When the LORD saw that he had gone over to look, God called out to him from within the bush, “Moses, Moses!” “Here I am,” he answered. Exodus 33:11 Thus the LORD would speak to Moses face to face, as a man speaks to his friend. Then Moses would return to the camp, but his young assistant Joshua son of Nun would not leave the tent. Exodus 19:3 Then Moses went up to God, and the LORD called to him from the mountain, “This is what you are to tell the house of Jacob and explain to the sons of Israel: “I am the LORD; Exodus 3:14 God said to Moses, “I AM WHO I AM. This is what you are to say to the Israelites: ‘I AM has sent me to you.’” Isaiah 42:8 I am the LORD; that is My name! I will not yield My glory to another or My praise to idols. Isaiah 45:5 I am the LORD, and there is no other; there is no God but Me. I will equip you for battle, though you have not known Me, tell Pharaoh king of Egypt Exodus 7:2 You are to speak all that I command you, and your brother Aaron is to tell Pharaoh to let the Israelites go out of his land. Exodus 8:1 Then the LORD said to Moses, “Go to Pharaoh and tell him that this is what the LORD says: ‘Let My people go, so that they may worship Me. Exodus 5:1 After that, Moses and Aaron went to Pharaoh and said, “This is what the LORD, the God of Israel, says: ‘Let My people go, so that they may hold a feast to Me in the wilderness.’” everything I say to you.” Deuteronomy 18:18 I will raise up for them a prophet like you from among their brothers. I will put My words in his mouth, and he will tell them everything I command him. Jeremiah 1:7 But the LORD told me: “Do not say, ‘I am only a child.’ For to everyone I send you, you must go, and all that I command you, you must speak. Ezekiel 2:7 But speak My words to them, whether they listen or refuse to listen, for they are rebellious. Exodus 3:10-14 Therefore, go! I am sending you to Pharaoh to bring My people the Israelites out of Egypt.” / But Moses asked God, “Who am I, that I should go to Pharaoh and bring the Israelites out of Egypt?” / “I will surely be with you,” God said, “and this will be the sign to you that I have sent you: When you have brought the people out of Egypt, all of you will worship God on this mountain.” … Exodus 4:10-12 “Please, Lord,” Moses replied, “I have never been eloquent, neither in the past nor since You have spoken to Your servant, for I am slow of speech and tongue.” / And the LORD said to him, “Who gave man his mouth? Or who makes the mute or the deaf, the sighted or the blind? Is it not I, the LORD? / Now go! I will help you as you speak, and I will teach you what to say.” Exodus 7:1-2 The LORD answered Moses, “See, I have made you like God to Pharaoh, and your brother Aaron will be your prophet. / You are to speak all that I command you, and your brother Aaron is to tell Pharaoh to let the Israelites go out of his land. Acts 7:30-34 After forty years had passed, an angel appeared to Moses in the flames of a burning bush in the desert near Mount Sinai. / When Moses saw it, he marveled at the sight. As he approached to look more closely, the voice of the Lord came to him: / ‘I am the God of your fathers, the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob.’ Moses trembled with fear and did not dare to look. … Treasury of Scripture That the LORD spoke to Moses, saying, I am the LORD: speak you to Pharaoh king of Egypt all that I say to you. I am the Exodus 6:2,6,8 And God spake unto Moses, and said unto him, I am the LORD: … speak Exodus 6:11 Go in, speak unto Pharaoh king of Egypt, that he let the children of Israel go out of his land. Exodus 7:2 Thou shalt speak all that I command thee: and Aaron thy brother shall speak unto Pharaoh, that he send the children of Israel out of his land. Jeremiah 1:7,8,17-19 But the LORD said unto me, Say not, I am a child: for thou shalt go to all that I shall send thee, and whatsoever I command thee thou shalt speak… Jump to Previous Egypt Moses Pharaoh Speak Speaketh SpeakingJump to Next Egypt Moses Pharaoh Speak Speaketh SpeakingExodus 6 1. God renews his promise by his name JEHOVAH9. Moses vainly attempts to encourage the Israelites 10. He and Aaron are again sent to Pharaoh 14. Genealogies of Reuben, Simeon and Levi, of whom came Moses and Aaron 26. The history resumed He said to him This phrase indicates a direct communication from God to Moses. In the context of Exodus, God frequently speaks to Moses, establishing him as a prophet and leader. This divine communication underscores the personal relationship between God and Moses, a theme prevalent throughout the Pentateuch. The phrase also highlights the role of Moses as an intermediary between God and the Israelites. I am the LORD tell Pharaoh king of Egypt everything I say to you Persons / Places / Events 1. The LORD (Yahweh)The covenant-keeping God of Israel, who reveals Himself to Moses and commands him to speak to Pharaoh. 2. Moses The chosen leader of the Israelites, tasked with delivering God's message to Pharaoh and leading the Israelites out of Egypt. 3. Pharaoh The king of Egypt, representing opposition to God's will and the enslavement of the Israelites. 4. Egypt The land where the Israelites are enslaved, symbolizing bondage and oppression. 5. The Israelites God's chosen people, who are suffering under Egyptian slavery and are the recipients of God's promise of deliverance. Teaching Points God's Sovereignty and AuthorityGod identifies Himself as "the LORD," emphasizing His supreme authority over all creation, including Pharaoh and Egypt. Obedience to God's Command Moses is instructed to tell Pharaoh "everything" God commands, highlighting the importance of complete obedience to God's word. Courage in the Face of Opposition Moses is called to confront Pharaoh, a powerful ruler, teaching us to rely on God's strength when facing daunting challenges. God's Faithfulness to His Promises The command to Moses is part of God's unfolding plan to deliver Israel, reminding us of His faithfulness to fulfill His promises. The Role of a Mediator Moses acts as a mediator between God and Pharaoh, prefiguring Christ as the ultimate mediator between God and humanity. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Exodus 6:29?2. How does Exodus 6:29 emphasize God's authority in delivering His message to Moses? 3. What can we learn about obedience from God's command to Moses in Exodus 6:29? 4. How does Exodus 6:29 connect to God's covenant promises in earlier chapters? 5. How should we respond when God calls us to speak on His behalf today? 6. What role does faith play in trusting God's instructions as seen in Exodus 6:29? 7. What does Exodus 6:29 reveal about God's communication with Moses? 8. How does Exodus 6:29 demonstrate God's authority over Moses? 9. Why is Moses chosen as God's messenger in Exodus 6:29? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Exodus 6? 11. Why did God kill Egypt's firstborn children? 12. Exodus 5:1: Where is the historical or archaeological evidence of Moses confronting an Egyptian Pharaoh as described? 13. (Deut 29:6) If the Israelites lacked basic provisions like bread and wine, how did they realistically survive in the harsh desert environment? 14. Exodus 6:11-12: Why would God repeatedly send Moses to Pharaoh despite Moses' continual failure to persuade him? What Does Exodus 6:29 Mean He said to himThe verse opens with personal, intimate communication: God speaks directly to Moses. • This is the living God initiating the conversation (Exodus 3:4–6; Exodus 33:11). • God’s approach underscores His ongoing covenant faithfulness first revealed to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob (Genesis 17:1–7). • Scripture regularly portrays God as the first speaker, establishing His sovereign authority (Isaiah 1:2; Hebrews 1:1–2). I am the LORD God immediately identifies Himself with His covenant name. • “I am the LORD” (YHWH) reminds Moses—and us—of His self-existent, unchanging nature (Exodus 3:14: “I AM WHO I AM”). • This reassurance comes when Moses feels inadequate (Exodus 6:12); God’s name is the antidote to fear. • The declaration roots the coming miracles not in Moses’ skill but in God’s character (Psalm 115:3; Malachi 3:6). tell Pharaoh king of Egypt The command defines Moses’ mission field. • Pharaoh is the most powerful human on earth, yet God directs Moses to speak to him, proving divine supremacy (Exodus 7:1–5). • Earlier, Pharaoh dismissed God: “Who is the LORD?” (Exodus 5:2). Now God answers through His servant. • Similar commissions appear when prophets confront kings—Nathan with David (2 Samuel 12:1), Elijah with Ahab (1 Kings 18:17–18)—showing God’s word must reach every authority. everything I say to you Nothing is to be trimmed or softened. • Moses must relay the full message: promises and warnings alike (Jeremiah 26:2; Acts 20:27). • Obedience to the entirety of God’s word is essential for deliverance; partial obedience is disobedience (Deuteronomy 4:2; Revelation 22:18–19). • This requirement also foreshadows Christ, who spoke only what the Father gave Him (John 12:49–50). summary Exodus 6:29 reveals a God who speaks personally, identifies Himself faithfully, commissions His servant boldly, and demands complete fidelity to His word. The verse calls believers to trust God’s name, obey His commands without omission, and declare His truth confidently—even before the mightiest of earthly powers. Verse 29. - I am the Lord. It is not improbable that every revelation made to Moses was authenticated by these initial words - which have the force of that initial phrase, so constant in the later prophets - "Thus saith the Lord."Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Heיְהוָ֛ה (Yah·weh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel said וַיְדַבֵּ֧ר (way·ḏab·bêr) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Piel - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 1696: To arrange, to speak, to subdue to אֶל־ (’el-) Preposition Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to him, מֹשֶׁ֥ה (mō·šeh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 4872: Moses -- a great Israelite leader, prophet and lawgiver “I אֲנִ֣י (’ă·nî) Pronoun - first person common singular Strong's 589: I am the LORD; יְהוָ֑ה (Yah·weh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel tell דַּבֵּ֗ר (dab·bêr) Verb - Piel - Imperative - masculine singular Strong's 1696: To arrange, to speak, to subdue Pharaoh פַּרְעֹה֙ (par·‘ōh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 6547: Pharaoh -- a title of Egypt kings king מֶ֣לֶךְ (me·leḵ) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 4428: A king of Egypt מִצְרַ֔יִם (miṣ·ra·yim) Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 4714: Egypt -- a son of Ham, also his descendants and their country in Northwest Africa everything כָּל־ (kāl-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every that אֲשֶׁ֥ר (’ă·šer) Pronoun - relative Strong's 834: Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that I אֲנִ֖י (’ă·nî) Pronoun - first person common singular Strong's 589: I say דֹּבֵ֥ר (dō·ḇêr) Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular Strong's 1696: To arrange, to speak, to subdue to you.” אֵלֶֽיךָ׃ (’ê·le·ḵā) Preposition | second person masculine singular Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to Links Exodus 6:29 NIVExodus 6:29 NLT Exodus 6:29 ESV Exodus 6:29 NASB Exodus 6:29 KJV Exodus 6:29 BibleApps.com Exodus 6:29 Biblia Paralela Exodus 6:29 Chinese Bible Exodus 6:29 French Bible Exodus 6:29 Catholic Bible OT Law: Exodus 6:29 That Yahweh spoke to Moses saying (Exo. 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