Exodus 6:27

These are they which spake to Pharaoh king of Egypt, to bring out the children of Israel from Egypt: these are that Moses and Aaron. Exodus 6:27 (KJV)

Exodus 6:27 appears within the genealogical section of Exodus (6:14‑27) and serves as a concise statement of divine appointment. The verse identifies Moses and Aaron as the individuals whom the LORD sent to speak to Pharaoh, the king of Egypt, with the purpose of bringing the children of Israel out of the land. This identification links directly to the earlier commissioning of Moses at the burning bush (Exodus 3:1‑10) and the appointment of Aaron as Moses’ spokesperson (Exodus 4:14‑16). Although the actual confrontation with Pharaoh begins in Exodus 5:1, where the message “Thus saith the LORD God of Israel, Let my people go” is delivered, Exodus 6:27 functions as a narrative marker confirming that Moses and Aaron are the agents of that divine command.

The verse also underscores the continued presence of the Israelite community in Egypt. By stating that the children of Israel dwelt in the land of Egypt, it reminds the reader that the people remained in bondage until the series of plagues and divine interventions that follow. In this way, Exodus 6:27 both records the historical reality of Moses and Aaron as key figures in God’s redemptive plan and highlights the factual circumstance of the Israelites’ residence in Egypt prior to their deliverance.

Understanding this verse in its proper context helps maintain an accurate reading of the Exodus narrative. It confirms the roles of Moses and Aaron as God’s representatives, emphasizes their obedience and faithfulness, and situates the Israelites’ situation just before the escalation of the plagues that would lead to their eventual liberation and journey toward the Promised Land.