Exodus 12:26

And it shall come to pass, when your children shall say unto you, What mean ye by this service?

King James Version

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Other Translations for Exodus 12:26

BSB

When your children ask you, 'What does this service mean to you?'

AKJV

And it shall come to pass, when your children shall say to you, What mean you by this service?

CPDV

And when your sons will say to you, 'What is the meaning of this religious observance?'

ERV

And it shall come to pass, when your children shall say unto you, What mean ye by this service?

NHEB

It will happen, when your children ask you, 'What do you mean by this service?'

SMT

And it shall be when your sons shall say to you, What this service to you?

Word Study (Strong’s) for Exodus 12:26

AnditshallcometopasswhenyourchildrenH1121Noun MasculineshallsayH559VerbuntoyouWhatmeanyebythisserviceH5656Noun Feminine

Commentary for Exodus 12:26

Please note: this is not Scripture

These study resources are provided for informational purposes only. They reflect human interpretation, are subject to human error, and should not be considered divinely inspired or authoritative.

Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry

Overview of Exodus 12:26

Summary

Children ask about ritual significance and meaning

Event

Children question ceremony purpose

Estimated Time Period

c. 1300 BC