Deuteronomy 6:22
“and Yahweh showed great and awesome signs and wonders on Egypt, on Pharaoh, and on all his house, before our eyes;”
What does Deuteronomy 6:22 mean?
Moses is reminding the Israelites of the plagues God sent to free them from slavery, emphasizing that these weren't distant stories but events their ancestors witnessed firsthand. The "signs and wonders" refers to the ten plagues (water turning to blood, locusts, darkness, and others) that demonstrated God's power against Egypt's strongest ruler and his entire kingdom. By recalling these visible, dramatic acts, Moses is anchoring the Israelites' faith in something concrete: their ancestors saw God act decisively on their behalf, and that same God was now leading them into a new land. This reminder was meant to strengthen their trust as they faced uncertain challenges ahead.