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Pharaoh (of Exodus)

Pharaoh (of Exodus) Ruler of Egypt during the Exodus

Old Testamentc. 1525-1446 BC View journey on map

About Pharaoh (of Exodus)

The Pharaoh of the Exodus was the Egyptian ruler who refused to let the Israelites leave despite ten devastating plagues. His hardened heart led to the death of Egypt's firstborn and the destruction of his army in the Red Sea. He represents human pride and resistance to God's will.

Events in the life of Pharaoh (of Exodus)

Joseph made governor of Egypt
Joseph made governor of Egypt

Egypt · GEN 41:41

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The ten plagues of Egypt
The ten plagues of Egypt

Goshen · EXO 7:14

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The crossing of the sea
The crossing of the sea

Red Sea · EXO 14:22

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Pharaoh (of Exodus)'s Character Traits

StubbornProudHard-heartedOppressor

Pharaoh (of Exodus)'s Life Timeline

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  1. Oppressionc. 1525-1446 BC

    Pharaoh enslaves the Israelites, fearing their growing numbers.

    EXO 1:8-14

  2. Infanticidec. 1526 BC

    Pharaoh orders Hebrew baby boys to be killed.

    EXO 1:22

  3. Moses' Demandc. 1446 BC

    Moses demands 'Let my people go'; Pharaoh refuses and increases burdens.

    EXO 5:1-9

  4. Ten Plaguesc. 1446 BC

    God sends ten plagues; Pharaoh's heart is hardened repeatedly.

    EXO 7-12

  5. Red Seac. 1446 BC

    Pharaoh pursues Israel; his army is destroyed in the Red Sea.

    EXO 14:23-28

Who is linked to Pharaoh (of Exodus)

Who is linked to Pharaoh (of Exodus)
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Pharaoh (of Exodus)'s Key Relationships

Moses
MosesOpponent

Adversary - Pharaoh repeatedly opposed Moses and God's demands.

Pharaoh (of Exodus)'s Key Locations

Egypt
Egypt

Land Pharaoh ruled where Israel was enslaved.

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Red Sea
Red Sea

Where Pharaoh's army was destroyed.

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Spiritual Lessons from Pharaoh (of Exodus)

Hardened Hearts

Pharaoh's hardened heart shows the danger of resisting God. Sometimes he hardened his own heart; sometimes God hardened it. Persistent rejection of truth leads to inability to repent.

Key Verses about Pharaoh (of Exodus)

Exodus 5:1-2Exodus 7:13Exodus 14:23-28

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