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Exodus 13:2

Exodus 13:1 net — The Law of the Firstborn The LORD spoke to Moses:

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"The Law of the Firstborn The LORD spoke to Moses:"

— Exodus 13:1, NET Bible

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Exodus 13 — Context

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The Law of the Firstborn The LORD spoke to Moses:

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“Set apart to me every firstborn male– the first offspring of every womb among the Israelites, whether human or animal; it is mine.”

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Moses said to the people,“Remember this day on which you came out from Egypt, from the place where you were enslaved, for the LORD brought you out of there with a mighty hand– and no bread made with yeast may be eaten.

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On this day, in the month of Abib, you are going out.

Exodus 13:1 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Exodus 13:1 say?
Exodus 13:1 in the NET Bible reads: “The Law of the Firstborn The LORD spoke to Moses:”
Where is Exodus 13:1 in the Bible?
Exodus 13:1 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Exodus, chapter 13, verse 1.
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 13:1.
What translation should I read Exodus 13:1 in?
Exodus 13:1 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 13:1?
Exodus 13:1 reads (NET): “The Law of the Firstborn The LORD spoke to Moses:” 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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