Exodus 18:11
ESV
Now I know that the Lord is greater than all gods, because in this affair they dealt arrogantly with the people."
NIV
Now I know that the Lord is greater than all other gods, for he did this to those who had treated Israel arrogantly."
NASB
Now I know that the Lord is greater than all the gods; indeed, it was proven when they acted insolently against the people.'
CSB
Now I know that the Lord is greater than all gods, because he did wonders when the Egyptians acted arrogantly against Israel."
NLT
I know now that the Lord is greater than all other gods, because he rescued his people from the oppression of the proud Egyptians.'
KJV
Now I know that the Lord is greater than all gods: for in the thing wherein they dealt proudly he was above them.
NKJV
Now I know that the Lord is greater than all the gods; for in the very thing in which they behaved proudly, He was above them.”
What does Exodus 18:11 mean?
Please see our chapter commentary on Exodus 18; verse-level content coming soon!Exodus 18:1–12 records the happy reunion of Moses with his wife, sons, and father-in-law. They share news, sacrifices to God, and food as they celebrate all that the Lord has done.
Moses' father-in-law Jethro (Exodus 4:18) has heard everything which happened to free the Hebrews from slavery (Exodus 12:40–41). He visits Israel, bringing Moses' family along. The two men share a happy reunion. After hearing more about the Lord's work, Jethro offers sacrifices. The next day, he notices that Moses is overwhelmed by making decisions for the people. Jethro suggests Moses appoint levels of leaders who can make lesser verdicts. Moses can then focus on teaching the people God's primary commands and resolving disputes which others cannot judge. This frees Moses to only arbitrate difficult situations.