Exodus 1:12

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Summary

But the more they afflicted them, the more they multiplied and grew. And they were grieved because of the children of Israel.

But the more, etc

Grieved

General references

Proverbs 14:28

Bible References

But the more, etc

And he increased his people greatly; and made them stronger than their enemies.

There is no wisdom nor understanding nor counsel against the LORD.

And we know that all things work together for good, to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose.

For whom the Lord loveth he chasteneth, and scourgeth every son whom he receiveth.

Grieved

And he said to his people, Behold, the people of the children of Israel are more and mightier than we.

For wrath killeth the foolish man, and envy slayeth the silly one.

Wrath is cruel, and anger is outrageous; but who is able to stand before envy?

The Pharisees therefore said among themselves, Perceive ye how ye prevail nothing? behold, the world is gone after him.

Being grieved that they taught the people, and preached through Jesus the resurrection from the dead.

Saying, Did we not strictly command you, that ye should not teach in this name? and behold, ye have filled Jerusalem with your doctrine, and intend to bring this man's blood upon us.

General references

In the multitude of people is the king's honor: but in the want of people is the destruction of the prince.