Exodus 7:10
“Moses and Aaron went in to Pharaoh, and they did so, as Yahweh had commanded: and Aaron cast down his rod before Pharaoh and before his servants, and it became a serpent.”
What does Exodus 7:10 mean?
Moses and Aaron are now stepping into the confrontation with Pharaoh that God has prepared them for, and Aaron performs the first sign—his staff transforms into a serpent. This miracle is meant to demonstrate God's power and authenticate their message, showing that what they're about to ask is backed by divine authority. The detail that this happens "before Pharaoh and before his servants" emphasizes that this isn't hidden or private, but a public display meant to convince the ruler of Egypt. What's striking is that Moses and Aaron simply do what God commanded, without hesitation or doubt, setting the tone for faithfulness even when facing one of the world's most powerful rulers.