Exodus 14:19-21. Golden Text—Isaiah 43:2.
Central Subject—THE PASSAGE OF THE RED SEA.
BY REV. D. P. KIDDER, D.D.
INTRODUCTION.
According to Jewish tradition, it was seven days after the Passover that the Israelites passed over the Red Sea.
Before they left they were directed by God to ask (not “borrow,” as it is in our version) of the Egyptians jewels of silver and gold, and other articles that would be of service to them.
It was customary thus on the eve of a journey, or at the close of a term of service, to ask gifts. The practice corresponded to the asking of backshish, still so common in the East.