Exodus 10 (KJV) recounts the continued confrontation between Moses, the leader of the Israelites, and Pharaoh, the ruler of Egypt. In this chapter, God sends another devastating plague upon Egypt as a result of Pharaoh’s refusal to let the Israelites go.
The chapter begins with Moses warning Pharaoh of locusts that would consume all the vegetation in the land. Pharaoh’s officials plead with him to relent and release the Israelites, recognizing the growing devastation, but Pharaoh remains stubborn and refuses to give in.
Subsequently, a swarm of locusts descends upon Egypt, devouring every bit of greenery left after the previous plagues. The land is left desolate, and Pharaoh is compelled to call for Moses and Aaron. He acknowledges his sin and asks for forgiveness from God, requesting the locusts to be removed. In response, God sends a strong wind to blow the locusts away, sparing Egypt from complete ruin.
However, as soon as the locusts are gone, Pharaoh changes his mind yet again and refuses to let the Israelites leave. Consequently, God brings a darkness that covers the land of Egypt for three days. The darkness is so thick that it can be physically felt, causing great distress among the Egyptians.
This chapter demonstrates the ongoing power struggle between Moses, the representative of God, and Pharaoh, who continues to harden his heart against the divine command to release the Israelites. The reader is invited to delve into the profound significance of each verse in its context by clicking the links below.