Exodus 17:11

And it came to pass, when Moses held up his hand, that Israel prevailed: and when he let down his hand, Amalek prevailed.

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Other Translations for Exodus 17:11

BSB
As long as Moses held up his hands, Israel prevailed; but when he lowered them, Amalek prevailed.
AKJV
And it came to pass, when Moses held up his hand, that Israel prevailed: and when he let down his hand, Amalek prevailed.
CPDV
And when Moses lifted up his hands, Israel prevailed. But when he released them a little while, Amalek overcame.
ERV
And it came to pass, when Moses held up his hand, that Israel prevailed: and when he let down his hand, Amalek prevailed.
NHEB
It happened, when Moses held up his hand, that Israel prevailed; and when he let down his hand, Amalek prevailed.
SMT
And it was as Moses will lift up his hand, Israel prevailed: and as he will put down his hand and Amalek prevailed.

Commentary for Exodus 17:11

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Exodus 17:11
Summary
Leader's raised hand determines military victory
Place
Rephidim
Event
Moses' upraised hand determines battle outcome
Estimated Time Period
c. 1250 BC
Category
Miracle