Exodus 12:37 kjva — And the children of Israel journeyed from Rameses to Succoth, about six hundred thousand on foot that were men, beside…

King James Version with Apocrypha

"And the children of Israel journeyed from Rameses to Succoth, about six hundred thousand on foot that were men, beside children."

— Exodus 12:37, King James Version with Apocrypha

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Exodus 12 — Context

34

And the people took their dough before it was leavened, their kneadingtroughs being bound up in their clothes upon their shoulders.

35

And the children of Israel did according to the word of Moses; and they borrowed of the Egyptians jewels of silver, and jewels of gold, and raiment:

36

And the Lord gave the people favour in the sight of the Egyptians, so that they lent unto them such things as they required. And they spoiled the Egyptians.

37

And the children of Israel journeyed from Rameses to Succoth, about six hundred thousand on foot that were men, beside children.

38

And a mixed multitude went up also with them; and flocks, and herds, even very much cattle.

39

And they baked unleavened cakes of the dough which they brought forth out of Egypt, for it was not leavened; because they were thrust out of Egypt, and could not tarry, neither had they prepared for themselves any victual.

40

Now the sojourning of the children of Israel, who dwelt in Egypt, was four hundred and thirty years.

Exodus 12:37 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Exodus 12:37 say?
Exodus 12:37 in the King James Version with Apocrypha reads: “And the children of Israel journeyed from Rameses to Succoth, about six hundred thousand on foot that were men, beside children.”
Where is Exodus 12:37 in the Bible?
Exodus 12:37 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Exodus, chapter 12, verse 37.
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 12:37.
What translation should I read Exodus 12:37 in?
Exodus 12:37 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 12:37?
Exodus 12:37 reads (KJVA): “And the children of Israel journeyed from Rameses to Succoth, about six hundred thousand on foot that were men, beside children.” 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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