Hebrews 11:24-26
New American Bible (Revised Edition)
24 [a]By faith Moses, when he had grown up, refused to be known as the son of Pharaoh’s daughter;(A) 25 he chose to be ill-treated along with the people of God rather than enjoy the fleeting pleasure of sin. 26 He considered the reproach of the Anointed greater wealth than the treasures of Egypt, for he was looking to the recompense.
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- 11:24–27 The reason given for Moses’ departure from Egypt differs from the account in Ex 2:11–15. The author also gives a christological interpretation of his decision to share the trials of his people.
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