Exodus 2:16, Exodus 2:17 KJV

Thomas Coke Commentary on the Holy Bible - Exodus 2:16

Exodus 2:16. Now the priest of Midian— Or, now a prince of Midian. See Genesis 41:45. The original word signifies either priest or prince. Jethro, probably, was both, as was usual in those days. He appears to have been a priest of the true GOD, from ch. Exodus 18:11-12. The event here recorded respecting his daughters, is very similar to that mentioned, Genesis 29:0 to which, and to the notes upon it, we refer. This is a fresh instance of the pastoral simplicity of ancient times, when the care... read more

Robert Jamieson; A. R. Fausset; David Brown

Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible - Exodus 2:16

16-22. the priest of Midian—or, "prince of Midian." As the officers were usually conjoined, he was the ruler also of the people called Cushites or Ethiopians, and like many other chiefs of pastoral people in that early age, he still retained the faith and worship of the true God. seven daughters—were shepherdesses to whom Moses was favorably introduced by an act of courtesy and courage in protecting them from the rude shepherds of some neighboring tribe at a well. He afterwards formed a close... read more

Thomas Constable

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - Exodus 2:16-25

5. Moses’ life in Midian 2:16-25This section introduces some of the secondary characters in Exodus and sets the stage for Moses’ call. Its purpose is primarily transitional.Moses provided water for Jethro’s daughters and their sheep in the wilderness (Exodus 2:16-17). Later he provided water for God’s people and their flocks in the wilderness (cf. Exodus 17:6; Numbers 20:7-11). This was the third time Moses sought to deliver others from harm (Exodus 2:17; cf. Exodus 2:12-13).As "the priest of... read more

John Dummelow

John Dummelow's Commentary on the Bible - Exodus 2:1-25

Birth and Early Life of Moses1. The names of the father and mother of Moses were Amram and Jochebed respectively (see Exodus 6:20). Two children were born to them before Moses. The oldest was a daughter called Miriam (i.e. Mary), who was a young woman at the time when Moses was born (see Exodus 2:8); and the second was a son, Aaron, who was born three years before Moses (see Exodus 7:7) and presumably before Pharaoh’s exterminating edict: cp. Numbers 26:59.2. Hid him three months] This defiance... read more

Charles John Ellicott

Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers - Exodus 2:16

(16) The priest of Midian.—Reuel may have been both “priest” and “prince,” like Melchizedek (Genesis 14:18); but there is no reason to doubt that he is here called “priest.” In Exodus 18:12, Jethro is represented as exercising priestly functions. The Midianites, descendants of Abraham by Keturah, worshipped the true God, and seem to have been at this time a religious people. The name Reuel, or Raguel, means “friend of God.” Jethro’s sacrifices were “for God,” and Aaron and the elders eat bread... read more

William Nicoll

Expositor's Dictionary of Texts - Exodus 2:1-25

Exodus 2:4 Moses never had a stronger prediction about him, no not when all his Israelites were pitched about his tent in the wilderness, than now when he lay sprawling alone upon the waves; no water, no Egyptian can hurt him. Neither friend nor brother dare own him, and now God challenges his custody. When we seem most neglected and forlorn in ourselves, then is God most present, most vigilant. Bishop Hall. Exodus 2:6 See here the merciful daughter of a cruel father. It is an uncharitable and... read more

William Nicoll

Expositor's Bible Commentary - Exodus 2:16-22

MOSES IN MIDIAN.Exodus 2:16-22The interference of Moses on behalf of the daughters of the priest of Midian is a pleasant trait, courteous, and expressive of a refined nature. With this remark, and reflecting that, like many courtesies, it brought its reward, we are often content to pass it by. And yet it deserves a closer examination.1. For it expresses great energy of character. He might well have been in a state of collapse. He had smitten the Egyptian for Israel’s sake: he had appealed to... read more

Arno Clemens Gaebelein

Arno Gaebelein's Annotated Bible - Exodus 2:1-24

2. Moses the Chosen Deliverer CHAPTER 2 Moses: His Birth, Education, Choice, and Exile 1. His birth and concealment (Exodus 2:1-4 ) 2. His rescue and education (Exodus 2:5-10 ) 3. His choice and failure (Exodus 2:11-14 ) 4. His exile (Exodus 2:15-20 ) 5. His marriage (Exodus 2:21-22 ) 6. The answered cry (Exodus 2:23-24 ) The history of the chosen deliverer, recorded by himself under the guidance of the Spirit, follows the dark picture of Israel ‘s suffering. He was the offspring... read more

L.M. Grant

L. M. Grant's Commentary on the Bible - Exodus 2:1-25

THE BIRTH AND PROTECTION OF MOSES (vs.1-10) God's hand of overruling power and grace is seen beautifully in this chapter. There is nothing spectacular, but an incident takes place that would be normally unnoticed. A man of the tribe of Levi, Amram by name, married a woman (Jochebed) of the same tribe, who gave birth to a son. However, not being afraid of the king's commandment, and being specially encouraged by the beauty of the child, she hid him for three months. Hebrews 11:23 tells us... read more

James Gray

James Gray's Concise Bible Commentary - Exodus 2:1-22

JOSEPH ’S DEATH , MOSES ’ CALL In Exodus we have the deliverance of Israel out of Egypt and the establishment of their relationship with Jehovah their Deliverer. It opens by rehearsing the names of Jacob’s sons and the passing away of Joseph and his generation (Exodus 1:1-6 ) matters considered in Genesis. Then follows a statement of the numerical development of Israel. Count the adverbs, adjectives and nouns describing it, and see how God has fulfilled already one part of His prediction to... read more