Acts 7:22
And Moses was learned in all the wisdom of the Egyptians, and was mighty in words and in deeds.
Cross-references
Isaiah 19:11
Contrast
In Isaiah 19:11, Egyptian wisdom is called foolish, contrasting with Moses being 'learned in all the wisdom of the Egyptians'.
Luke 24:19
Parallel
In Luke 24:19, Jesus is described 'mighty in deed and word', the exact phrase used for Moses here, linking them.
Exodus 2:10
Historical context
Exodus 2:10 records Moses' adoption by Pharaoh's daughter, the basis for his Egyptian upbringing and education mentioned here.
Exodus 4:10
Contrast
Exodus 4:10 reveals Moses calling himself slow of speech, directly contradicting Stephen's claim that he was mighty in words.
Exodus 11:3
Historical context
Exodus 11:3 confirms Moses was highly regarded in Egypt, supporting Stephen's statement that he was mighty in deeds.
Daniel 1:4
Parallel
In Daniel 1:4, young Israelites are chosen to learn Babylonian wisdom, mirroring Moses' education in Egyptian wisdom.