Exodus 7:14 kjv — And the Lord said unto Moses, Pharaoh’s heart is hardened, he refuseth to let the people go.

King James Version

"And the Lord said unto Moses, Pharaoh’s heart is hardened, he refuseth to let the people go."

— Exodus 7:14, King James Version

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Exodus 7 — Context

11

Then Pharaoh also called the wise men and the sorcerers: now the magicians of Egypt, they also did in like manner with their enchantments.

12

For they cast down every man his rod, and they became serpents: but Aaron’s rod swallowed up their rods.

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And he hardened Pharaoh’s heart, that he hearkened not unto them; as the Lord had said.

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And the Lord said unto Moses, Pharaoh’s heart is hardened, he refuseth to let the people go.

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Get thee unto Pharaoh in the morning; lo, he goeth out unto the water; and thou shalt stand by the river’s brink against he come; and the rod which was turned to a serpent shalt thou take in thine hand.

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And thou shalt say unto him, The Lord God of the Hebrews hath sent me unto thee, saying, Let my people go, that they may serve me in the wilderness: and, behold, hitherto thou wouldest not hear.

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Thus saith the Lord, In this thou shalt know that I am the Lord: behold, I will smite with the rod that is in mine hand upon the waters which are in the river, and they shall be turned to blood.

Exodus 7:14 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Exodus 7:14 say?
Exodus 7:14 in the King James Version reads: “And the Lord said unto Moses, Pharaoh’s heart is hardened, he refuseth to let the people go.”
Where is Exodus 7:14 in the Bible?
Exodus 7:14 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Exodus, chapter 7, verse 14.
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 7:14.
What translation should I read Exodus 7:14 in?
Exodus 7:14 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 7:14?
Exodus 7:14 reads (KJV): “And the Lord said unto Moses, Pharaoh’s heart is hardened, he refuseth to let the people go.” 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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