Exodus 12:2 cpdv — “This month will be for you the beginning of the months. It will be first in the months of the year.

Catholic Public Domain Version

"“This month will be for you the beginning of the months. It will be first in the months of the year. "

— Exodus 12:2, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Exodus 12 — Context

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The Lord also said to Moses and Aaron in the land of Egypt:

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“This month will be for you the beginning of the months. It will be first in the months of the year.

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Speak to the entire assembly of the sons of Israel, and say to them: On the tenth day of this month, let everyone take a lamb, by their families and houses.

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But if the number is less than may suffice to be able to consume the lamb, he shall accept his neighbor, who has been joined with his house according to the number of souls that may suffice to be able to eat the lamb.

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And it shall be a lamb without blemish, a one year old male. According to this rite, you shall also take a young goat.

Exodus 12:2 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Exodus 12:2 say?
Exodus 12:2 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: ““This month will be for you the beginning of the months. It will be first in the months of the year. ”
Where is Exodus 12:2 in the Bible?
Exodus 12:2 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Exodus, chapter 12, verse 2.
Who wrote Exodus?
Exodus is traditionally attributed to Moses (traditional). It was written c. 1446–1406 BC.
What is the book of Exodus about?
Exodus tells of Israel's deliverance from slavery in Egypt and the giving of the Law at Mount Sinai. Through the plagues, the Passover, the crossing of the Red Sea, and the covenant at Sinai, God reveals himself as Redeemer and comes to dwell among his people in the tabernacle.
What are the major themes of Exodus?
Exodus explores themes including Deliverance, Covenant, Law, God's Presence, Worship, Redemption. These themes shape the meaning and context of Exodus 12:2.
What translation should I read Exodus 12:2 in?
Exodus 12:2 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Exodus 12:2?
Exodus 12:2 reads (CPDV): ““This month will be for you the beginning of the months. It will be first in the months of the year. ” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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