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Ep 12 - Divine Supremacy
In this episode, Frances Hogan unpacks the confrontation between God and the gods of Egypt. Pharaoh, as the guardian of Egypt's false religion, was the primary target of God's intervention. Every plague was a direct challenge to Pharaoh's authority and the gods he worshipped, revealing their powerlessness in the face of Yahweh's supremacy.
Through a detailed analysis of each plague, Hogan sheds light on the Egyptian deities supposedly protecting Pharaoh and the land. For instance, the transformation of Aaron's rod into a snake, overpowering the snakes of the Egyptian sorcerers, symbolized the dismantling of Pharaoh's authority. Despite Pharaoh's attempts to resist Moses using occultic powers, his eventual defeat stripped him of his authority and brought him face to face with God's power. This not only earned Moses grudging respect but also undermined the entire pagan priesthood, exposing the inherent evil within the Egyptian system.
The plagues served as a demonstration of God's supremacy over the pantheon of Egyptian gods, highlighting the futility of Pharaoh's worship. Witnessing the devastation caused by each plague, Pharaoh was forced to acknowledge Yahweh's superiority and the impotence of his own gods.
Bible References:
- Ex.12:12 - Punishment on all the gods of Egypt
- Dt.7:6 - The Lord defends His treasured possession
- Ps.115 - The so-called gods or statues are merely things that have no life
- Mt.7:16 - The plagues expose the evil in Egypt
- Dt.10:17 - The great God
- Rev.12:9 - The deceiver of the whole world
We delve into the captivating history of how God liberated the children of Israel from slavery, forging them into a nation of His own. Frances Hogan, the renowned Irish scripture scholar, guides us through the pages of Exodus, unlocking the timeless wisdom and insights that will enrich your understanding of scripture.
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By Shalom World PodcastsIn this episode, Frances Hogan unpacks the confrontation between God and the gods of Egypt. Pharaoh, as the guardian of Egypt's false religion, was the primary target of God's intervention. Every plague was a direct challenge to Pharaoh's authority and the gods he worshipped, revealing their powerlessness in the face of Yahweh's supremacy.
Through a detailed analysis of each plague, Hogan sheds light on the Egyptian deities supposedly protecting Pharaoh and the land. For instance, the transformation of Aaron's rod into a snake, overpowering the snakes of the Egyptian sorcerers, symbolized the dismantling of Pharaoh's authority. Despite Pharaoh's attempts to resist Moses using occultic powers, his eventual defeat stripped him of his authority and brought him face to face with God's power. This not only earned Moses grudging respect but also undermined the entire pagan priesthood, exposing the inherent evil within the Egyptian system.
The plagues served as a demonstration of God's supremacy over the pantheon of Egyptian gods, highlighting the futility of Pharaoh's worship. Witnessing the devastation caused by each plague, Pharaoh was forced to acknowledge Yahweh's superiority and the impotence of his own gods.
Bible References:
- Ex.12:12 - Punishment on all the gods of Egypt
- Dt.7:6 - The Lord defends His treasured possession
- Ps.115 - The so-called gods or statues are merely things that have no life
- Mt.7:16 - The plagues expose the evil in Egypt
- Dt.10:17 - The great God
- Rev.12:9 - The deceiver of the whole world
We delve into the captivating history of how God liberated the children of Israel from slavery, forging them into a nation of His own. Frances Hogan, the renowned Irish scripture scholar, guides us through the pages of Exodus, unlocking the timeless wisdom and insights that will enrich your understanding of scripture.
Shalom World Podcasts: https://www.shalomworld.org/podcasts
Support us: https://shalomworld.org/donate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shalomworldpodcasts/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100087483505045
Frances Hogan: https://www.franceshogan.com/