Exodus 9:15 akjv — For now I will stretch out my hand, that I may smite you and your people with pestilence; and you shall be cut off from…

American King James Version

"For now I will stretch out my hand, that I may smite you and your people with pestilence; and you shall be cut off from the earth. "

— Exodus 9:15, American King James Version

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Exodus 9 — Context

12

And the LORD hardened the heart of Pharaoh, and he listened not to them; as the LORD had spoken to Moses. ¶

13

And the LORD said to Moses, Rise up early in the morning, and stand before Pharaoh, and say to him, Thus says the LORD God of the Hebrews, Let my people go, that they may serve me.

14

For I will at this time send all my plagues on your heart, and on your servants, and on your people; that you may know that there is none like me in all the earth.

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For now I will stretch out my hand, that I may smite you and your people with pestilence; and you shall be cut off from the earth.

16

And in very deed for this cause have I raised you up, for to show in you my power; and that my name may be declared throughout all the earth.

17

As yet exalt you yourself against my people, that you will not let them go?

18

Behold, to morrow about this time I will cause it to rain a very grievous hail, such as has not been in Egypt since the foundation thereof even until now.

Exodus 9:15 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Exodus 9:15 say?
Exodus 9:15 in the American King James Version reads: “For now I will stretch out my hand, that I may smite you and your people with pestilence; and you shall be cut off from the earth. ”
Where is Exodus 9:15 in the Bible?
Exodus 9:15 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Exodus, chapter 9, verse 15.
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 9:15.
What translation should I read Exodus 9:15 in?
Exodus 9:15 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 9:15?
Exodus 9:15 reads (AKJV): “For now I will stretch out my hand, that I may smite you and your people with pestilence; and you shall be cut off from the earth. ” 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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