Exodus 8 - 10 Summary

Exodus chapters 8-10 continue the narrative of God's plagues on Egypt, demonstrating his power and Pharaoh's stubborn refusal to release the Israelites. Here's a summary:

Exodus 8: Frogs, Gnats, and Flies:

God sends plagues of frogs, gnats, and flies, each increasingly distressing to the Egyptians.

Pharaoh repeatedly promises to let the Israelites go, but breaks his promises once the plagues are lifted.

Exodus 9: Livestock and Boils:

God sends plagues that target the Egyptians' livestock, and then inflicts painful boils on both people and animals.

God makes a point of showing that the Israelites and their possessions are spared from these plagues.

Pharaohs heart remains hardened.

Exodus 10: Locusts and Darkness:

God sends a plague of locusts that devour all the remaining vegetation, causing widespread famine.

Then, God sends a plague of thick darkness that covers Egypt for three days.

Pharaoh continues to refuse the requests of Moses.

Essentially, these chapters show a pattern: God sends a plague, Pharaoh temporarily relents, and then hardens his heart again once the plague is removed. This cycle emphasizes Pharaoh's defiance and God's escalating display of power.