Exodus 6:9

And Moses spake so unto the children of Israel: but they hearkened not unto Moses for anguish of spirit, and for cruel bondage.

Cross-reference

Exodus 6:12 Historical context

Exodus 6:12 shows Moses responding to the people's unbelief, using it as an argument that Pharaoh will also not listen.

Exodus 5:21 Historical context

Exodus 5:21 shows the Israelites earlier blaming Moses, which leads directly to their broken spirit and refusal to listen here.

Exodus 14:12 echoes the same grumbling and desire to return to slavery, showing a persistent pattern of disbelief under pressure.

Exodus 1:14 Historical context

Exodus 1:14 describes the bitter slavery that caused their broken spirit, providing the background for their refusal to listen.

Numbers 21:4 records another instance of Israel becoming impatient on the journey, mirroring the same discouragement seen here.

Ezekiel 20:5 Historical context

Ezekiel 20:5 recalls God's covenant self-revelation in Egypt, the same setting in which Israel refused to listen to Moses.