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Exodus 33:22

Exodus 33:23 net — Then I will take away my hand, and you will see my back, but my face must not be seen.”

NET Bible

"Then I will take away my hand, and you will see my back, but my face must not be seen.”"

— Exodus 33:23, NET Bible

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Exodus 33 — Context

20

But he added,“You cannot see my face, for no one can see me and live.”

21

The LORD said,“Here is a place by me; you will station yourself on a rock.

22

When my glory passes by, I will put you in a cleft in the rock and will cover you with my hand while I pass by.

23

Then I will take away my hand, and you will see my back, but my face must not be seen.”

Exodus 33:23 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Exodus 33:23 say?
Exodus 33:23 in the NET Bible reads: “Then I will take away my hand, and you will see my back, but my face must not be seen.””
Where is Exodus 33:23 in the Bible?
Exodus 33:23 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Exodus, chapter 33, verse 23.
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 33:23.
What translation should I read Exodus 33:23 in?
Exodus 33:23 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 33:23?
Exodus 33:23 reads (NET): “Then I will take away my hand, and you will see my back, but my face must not be seen.”” 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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