Exodus 13:18 Meaning
But God led the people about, through the way of the wilderness of the Red sea: and the children of Israel went up harnessed out of the land of Egypt.
Context Explained
16And it shall be for a token upon thine hand, and for frontlets between thine eyes: for by strength of hand the LORD brought us forth out of Egypt.
17And it came to pass, when Pharaoh had let the people go, that God led them not through the way of the land of the Philistines, although that was near; for God said, Lest peradventure the people repent when they see war, and they return to Egypt:
18But God led the people about, through the way of the wilderness of the Red sea: and the children of Israel went up harnessed out of the land of Egypt.
19And Moses took the bones of Joseph with him: for he had straitly sworn the children of Israel, saying, God will surely visit you; and ye shall carry up my bones away hence with you.
20And they took their journey from Succoth, and encamped in Etham, in the edge of the wilderness.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Isaiah 43:16
This verse speaks of God making a way through the sea, paralleling His guidance in Exodus.
Psalm 107:7
This verse highlights God's leading of His people, similar to the guidance in Exodus.
Romans 8:14
This verse states that those led by the Spirit are children of God, reflecting the theme of divine guidance.
Source: Exodus 13:18