Exodus 2:2 web — The woman conceived, and bore a son. When she saw that he was a fine child, she hid him three months.

World English Bible

"The woman conceived, and bore a son. When she saw that he was a fine child, she hid him three months."

— Exodus 2:2, World English Bible

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Exodus 2 — Context

1

A man of the house of Levi went and took a daughter of Levi as his wife.

2

The woman conceived, and bore a son. When she saw that he was a fine child, she hid him three months.

3

When she could no longer hide him, she took a papyrus basket for him, and coated it with tar and with pitch. She put the child in it, and laid it in the reeds by the river's bank.

4

His sister stood far off, to see what would be done to him.

5

Pharaoh's daughter came down to bathe at the river. Her maidens walked along by the riverside. She saw the basket among the reeds, and sent her handmaid to get it.

Exodus 2:2 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Exodus 2:2 say?
Exodus 2:2 in the World English Bible reads: “The woman conceived, and bore a son. When she saw that he was a fine child, she hid him three months.”
Where is Exodus 2:2 in the Bible?
Exodus 2:2 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Exodus, chapter 2, 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 2:2.
What translation should I read Exodus 2:2 in?
Exodus 2:2 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 2:2?
Exodus 2:2 reads (WEB): “The woman conceived, and bore a son. When she saw that he was a fine child, she hid him three months.” 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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