Hebrews 11:24

The Faith of Moses · Hebrews 11:23–29
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Translations

Modern
By faith Moses, when he was grown, refused to be called the son of Pharaoh’s daughter.
Traditional
By faith Moses, when he was come to years, refused to be called the son of Pharaoh’s daughter;
Literal
By faith Moses, having become grown, refused to be called the son of the daughter of Pharaoh,
Latin
Fide Moyses grandis factus negavit se esse filium filiæ Pharaonis,

Original

Greek
English
By faith Moses, when he was grown, refused to be called the son of Pharaoh’s daughter.

Notes

Moses, when he was grown: He took a public stand with the people of Israel instead of being known as the son of Pharaoh’s daughter, who had adopted him (see Exodus 2:11–15 and Exodus 2:3–10). He chose to share in the suffering of God's people, just as the readers of this letter were encouraged to do (see Hebrews 10:32–34).

These strong examples of faith start with Abraham's family and end with Rahab. They show that faith is the only way to respond to God.

Chapter 11 gives a long list of people who trusted God. This shows clearly that living by faith is the only true way to follow God. The writer keeps repeating the words “by faith” to make this message clear. Each example follows the same pattern:

  • (a) the phrase by faith,

  • (b) the person's name,

  • (c) the event or action showing faith, and

  • (d) the result.

Parallels

Exodus 2–15 Acts 7:20–22

People

Moses: Prophet who led Israel out of Egypt Pharaoh: Egyptian Pharaoh during Moses' birth and early life

Glossary

Bible, Manuscripts and Text of the (New Testament) Book of Exodus Descent into Hell Hebrews, Letter to the Inheritance Letter to the Romans Messiah Obedience Perseverance Pharaoh’s Daughter

Topics

Adoption of Moses Decision: Moses Faith in Espousing the Cause of his People Faith: General Scriptures Concerning Faith: Moses Moses: Character of Faith of Moses: His Loyalty to his Race Patriotism: Moses Religious Zeal: General Scriptures Concerning Self-Denial: Moses Worldliness: General Scriptures Concerning Years: (Coming To) of Manhood Young Men: General Scriptures Concerning