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13 – Parashat Parashat Shemoth (שְׁמוֹת֙) — “The Names”– 4th Month 05th thru 4th Month 11th — (06/27/2026)

June 21th thru June 28th, 2026

13 – Parasha Shemoth (שְׁמוֹת֙) — “The Names”– 4th Month 05th thru 4th Month 11th — (06/27/2026)

13 – Parsha Shemoth (שְׁמוֹת֙) — “The Names”

June 21th thru June 27th, 2026
Torah Portion: Shemoth (Exodus) 1:1 – 6:1
Haftarah: Yesha’yahu (Isaiah) 27:6 – 28:13
Brit Ha’dasha: Mattithyahu (Matthew) 2:1-15

Daily Readings

1stday (Sunday) – Shemoth (Exodus) 1:1-22 – The names of the sons of Yashar’el who came into Mitsrayim with Ya’aqov are given; Yoceph and all his generation die; The children of Yashar’el become fruitful, multiply greatly, and fill the land; A new king arises in Mitsrayim who knew not אֶת Yoceph; Pharaoh fears the strength of Yashar’el and seeks to oppress them; Taskmasters afflict them with burdens and force them to build אֶת Pithom and Ra’ameses; The Mitsriym make אֶת the children of Yashar’el serve with rigor and make אֶת their lives bitter with hard bondage; Pharaoh commands the Ivriy midwives to kill the male children; Shiphrah and Pu’ah fear אֶת Elohiym rather than Pharaoh and preserve אֶת the male children alive; Elohiym blesses the midwives because they fear אֶת Him; Pharaoh commands that every newborn son be cast into the river.

2ndday (Monday) – Shemoth (Exodus) 2:1-25 – A Leviyiy man takes אֶת a daughter of Leviy as his wife and she bears a son; Mosheh is hidden for three months and then placed in an ark among the reeds; Pharaoh’s daughter finds אֶת the ark and has compassion upon אֶת the child; Mosheh’s own mother is paid to nurse him; Mosheh grows and is adopted into Pharaoh’s house; Seeing a Mitsriy smiting an Ivriy, Mosheh slays אֶת the Mitsriy and hides him in the sand; Mosheh flees to Midyan after Pharaoh seeks to slay אֶת him; He helps the daughters of Re’u’el and waters אֶת their flock; Mosheh marries אֶת Tsipporah and becomes a sojourner in a foreign land; The children of Yashar’el cry out because of their bondage; Elohiym hears אֶת their groaning, remembers His covenant with Avraham, Yitschaq, and Ya’aqov, looks upon אֶת the children of Yashar’el, and has respect unto them.

3rdday (Tuesday) – Shemoth (Exodus) 3:1-22 –Mosheh shepherds אֶת the flock of Yithro and comes to Chorev, the mountain of Elohiym; The Angel of Yahuah appears in the burning bush; Yahuah reveals Himself as the Elohai of Avraham, the Elohai Yitschaq, and the Elohai Ya’aqov; He declares that He has seen אֶת the affliction of His people and knows אֶת their sorrows; Yahuah commissions Mosheh to bring forth אֶת the children of Yashar’el out of Mitsrayim; Mosheh receives the revelation of the Name, Ehayah Asher Ehayah; Yahuah declares His memorial Name for all generations; Mosheh is commanded to gather אֶת the elders of Yashar’el; Yahuah promises to stretch out אֶת His hand against Mitsrayim and redeem His people; The covenant promises given to the patriarchs are remembered and confirmed.
Yesha’yahu (Isaiah) 27:6–28:13 – Ya’aqov shall take root and Yashar’el shall blossom and fill the world with fruit; The iniquity of Ya’aqov shall be purged; Yahuah gathers His scattered people one by one; The great shofar announces the restoration of the exiles; The proud crown of the drunkards of Ephrayim is judged; Yahuah becomes a crown of glory to the faithful remnant; The people reject Yahuah’s instruction though He teaches them line upon line and precept upon precept; Yahuah calls His people to covenant faithfulness and obedience.

4thday (Wednesday) – Shemoth (Exodus) 4:1-17 – Mosheh questions whether the people will believe him; Yahuah gives signs through the rod, the serpent, the leprous hand, and water turned to blood; Yahuah reminds Mosheh that He made man’s mouth; Mosheh hesitates and asks that another be sent; The anger of Yahuah is kindled against Mosheh because of covenant disobedience; Aharon is appointed to assist him; Yahuah commands Mosheh to put אֶת words into Aharon’s mouth; Yahuah promises to teach them אֵת what they shall do; Mosheh receives the rod by which he will perform אֶת the signs before Yashar’el and Pharaoh.

5thday (Thursday) – Shemoth (Exodus) 4:18-31 – Mosheh returns toward Mitsrayim with אֶת his wife and sons and carries אֶת the rod of Elohiym; Yahuah declares that He will harden אֶת Pharaoh’s heart; Yahuah proclaims, “Yashar’el is My son, even My firstborn”; Pharaoh is warned to let אֶת Yahuah’s son go or lose אֶת his own firstborn son; Tsipporah circumcises אֶת her son and turns away immediate judgment; Aharon meets Mosheh in the wilderness; Mosheh recounts אֵת all the words of Yahuah and all the signs He commanded; Mosheh and Aharon gather אֶת all the elders of Yashar’el; The people believe when they hear that Yahuah has visited אֶת the children of Yashar’el and looked upon אֶת their affliction; They bow their heads and worship.
Mattithyahu (Matthew) 2:1-15 – Wise men from the east seek the King of the Yahudiym; Herod seeks to destroy the promised child; Yahusha is protected by Yahuah through dreams given to Yoceph; Gifts are presented to the young child; Yoceph takes Yahusha and His mother into Mitsrayim; The prophecy is fulfilled, “Out of Mitsrayim have I called My Son”; Yahusha retraces the journey of Yashar’el, the firstborn son of Yahuah, and is preserved as the greater Deliverer.

6thday (Friday) – Shemoth (Exodus) 5:1-6:1 – Mosheh and Aharon appear before Pharaoh and declare the command of Yahuah, “Let אֶת My people go”; Pharaoh rejects אֶת Yahuah and refuses to let אֶת Yashar’el go; The burdens upon the people are increased; Straw is withheld while brick quotas remain unchanged; The officers of Yashar’el are beaten and oppressed; The people blame Mosheh and Aharon for worsening their affliction; Mosheh cries out to Yahuah asking why He has not yet delivered אֶת His people; Yahuah promises that Pharaoh will ultimately release Yashar’el by His mighty hand and drive them from the land.

Main Themes & Commandments

The Difference Between Being Fruitful and Multiplying

The children of Yashar’el were both fruitful and multiplied in Mitsrayim, yet the text intentionally presents these as two distinct concepts. Being fruitful is associated with covenant faithfulness, obedience, and producing what is pleasing to Father Yahuah in Ruach Yahuah Elohaynu. Multiplying, however, refers to physical numerical increase and was the eternal covenant promise Yahuah gave to Avraham, Yitschaq, and Ya’aqov because of their obedience. While Yahuah often grants multiplication as a blessing, multiplication itself is not proof of righteousness or covenant faithfulness. Throughout Scripture, both the righteous and the wicked can multiply, but only those who walk with Yahusha Ha’Mashiach bear fruit through Ruach Yahuah that glorifies Father Yahuah.

Shemoth (Exodus) 1:7, 12 & 20 – “And the children of Yashar’el were fruitful, and increased abundantly, and multiplied, and waxed exceeding mighty; and the land was filled with them. 12. But the more they afflicted them, the more they multiplied and grew. And they were grieved because of the children of Yashar’el. & 20. Therefore Elohiym dealt well with the midwives: and the people multiplied, and waxed very mighty.”

Bere’shiyth (Genesis) 22:17-18 – “That in blessing I will bless thee, and in multiplying I will multiply אֶת thy seed as the stars of the heaven, and as the sand which is upon the sea shore; and thy seed shall possess אֶת the gate of his enemies; And in thy seed shall all the nations of the earth be blessed; because thou hast obeyed My voice.”

Bere’shiyth (Genesis) 26:4-5 – “And I will make אֶת thy seed to multiply as the stars of heaven, and will give unto thy seed אֶת all these countries; and in thy seed shall all the nations of the earth be blessed; Because that Avraham obeyed My voice, and kept My charge, My commandments, My statutes, and My Torah.”

Mishlei (Proverbs) 11:30 – “The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life; and he that winneth souls is wise.”

Yochanan (John) 15:8 – “Herein is My Father glorified, that ye bear much fruit; so shall ye be My talmidiym.”

The world often measures success by multiplication – more people, more possessions, more influence, and more power. Yahuah, however, first looks for fruit. The generation before the flood multiplied greatly, yet they were corrupt and filled the earth with violence. In contrast, righteous fruit is produced through obedience, faithfulness, and walking in covenant with Yahuah. Multiplication is physical increase; fruitfulness is increase of the ruach and is produced through obedience to Yahuah. The question each believer should ask is not merely, “Am I multiplying?” but rather, “Am I bearing the fruit that Father Yahuah desires?”

Drawing Near to Yahuah Leads to Greater Revelation

Mosheh could have ignored the burning bush and continued shepherding, but instead he turned aside to see the wonder that Yahuah had placed before him. It was only after Mosheh drew nearer that Yahuah called his name and revealed Himself. Throughout Scripture, those who seek Yahuah diligently receive greater understanding, deeper revelation, and a closer relationship with Him.

Shemoth (Exodus) 3:3-4 – “And Mosheh said, I will now turn aside, and see this great אֶת sight, why the bush is not burnt. And when Yahuah saw that he turned aside to see, Elohiym called unto him out of the midst of the bush, and said, Mosheh, Mosheh. And he said, Here am I.”

Yirmeyahu (Jeremiah) 29:13 – “And ye shall seek Me, and find Me, when ye shall search for Me with all your heart.”

Ya’aqov (James) 4:8 – “Draw nigh to Elohiym, and He will draw nigh to you.”

**Many desire a closer relationship with Yahuah while remaining at a distance. Mosheh received revelation because he turned aside from his routine and intentionally drew near. Greater intimacy with Yahuah begins when we seek Him with our whole heart.

Yahuah’s Anger Is Kindled Because of Covenant Disobedience

Mosheh had been chosen to deliver Yashar’el and had received direct revelation from Yahuah, yet he had failed to guard the covenant requirement of circumcision within his own household. Immediately after commissioning him, Yahuah sought to kill him. This powerful event demonstrates that no calling, position, or ministry exempts anyone from obedience. Yahuah expects those who lead His people to first walk faithfully in His covenant.

Shemoth (Exodus) 4:24 – “And it came to pass by the way in the inn, that Yahuah met him, and sought to kill him.”

Bere’shiyth (Genesis) 17:14 – “And the uncircumcised man child whose flesh of his foreskin is not circumcised, that soul shall be cut off from his people; he hath broken My covenant.”

Tehilliym (Psalms) 89:30-32 – “If his children forsake My Torah, and walk not in My judgments; If they break My statutes, and keep not My commandments; Then will I visit their transgression with the rod, and their iniquity with stripes.”

Yahuah’s mercy is abundant, but obedience to His covenant is not optional. Mosheh’s experience reveals that Yahuah takes obedience seriously, especially among those entrusted with His work.

Fruitfulness in Obedience Can Bring Life and Deliverance

When Yahuah sought Mosheh’s life, Tsipporah immediately acted in obedience and circumcised her son. Her willingness to submit to Yahuah’s covenant brought deliverance to her husband and preserved the mission Yahuah had given him. One act of obedience changed the outcome from judgment to mercy.

Shemoth (Exodus) 4:25-26 – “Then Tsipporah took a sharp stone, and cut off אֶת the foreskin of her son, and cast it at his feet, and said, Surely a bloody husband art thou to me. So He let him go: then she said, A bloody husband thou art, because of the circumcision.”

Devariym (Deuteronomy) 30:19-20 – “I have set before you life and death, blessing and cursing: therefore choose life, that both thou and thy seed may live: That thou mayest love אֶת Yahuah Elohayka, and that thou mayest obey His voice.”

Ya’aqov (James) 2:17 – “Even so faith, if it hath not works, is dead, being alone.”

**Obedience is not merely agreement with truth – it is acting upon it. Tsipporah’s obedience demonstrates that covenant faithfulness brings life, while neglect of Yahuah’s commandments invites judgment.

Yahuah Remembers His Covenant and Begins to Deliver His People

The suffering of Yashar’el in Mitsrayim was not overlooked nor forgotten. Though generations had passed since the promises made to Avraham, Yitschaq, and Ya’aqov, Yahuah remained faithful to His covenant because He never changes. When His people cried out, He heard them, remembered them, and began raising up their deliverer.

Shemoth (Exodus) 2:24 – “And Elohiym heard אֶת their groaning, and Elohiym remembered His covenant with Avraham, with Yitschaq, and with Ya’aqov.”

Shemoth (Exodus) 3:7-8 – “And Yahuah said, I have surely seen אֶת the affliction of My people which are in Mitsrayim, and have heard their cry by reason of their taskmasters; for I know אֶת their sorrows; And I am come down to deliver them.”

Ivriym (Hebrews) 10:23 – “Let us hold fast the profession of our faith without wavering; (for He is faithful that promised;)”

**Yahuah never forgets His covenant promises. Though His timing may seem delayed, He remains faithful to those who trust Him and walk in obedience before Him.

Hebrew Link Words

Shemoth (šə·mō·wṯ) שְׁמוֹת֙ — “The Names” — Strong’s Hebrew Word 8034 [e]
The Hebrew word שְׁמוֹת֙ (Shemoth) “The Names” is a primitive word (perhaps rather from suwm through the idea of definite and conspicuous position; compare shamayim); an appellation, as a mark or memorial of individuality; by implication honor, authority, character — + base, (in-)fame(-ous), named(-d), renown, report.
Are you living a life in service to Father Yahuah and those He leads you to serve?
The children of Yashar’el all had names that meant something in Ivriy (Hebrew) that marked them. What will the new name Yahuah gives you mean when you come before Him?

Yahusha Ha’Mashiach in the Torah Portion

  1. He is the One whom the faithful midwives feared when they feared אֶת Elohiym rather than obeying the wicked commandments of Pharaoh.
  2. He is the Redeemer foreshadowed by Mosheh, who was preserved from death as an infant and raised up to deliver Yashar’el from bondage.
  3. He is the Messenger of the covenant through whom Father Yahuah revealed Himself unto Mosheh.
  4. He is the visible manifestation of Elohiym who stood before Mosheh while Father Yahuah revealed His eternal Name.
  5. He is the Word of Elohiym through whom Father Yahuah spoke from the midst of the bush.
  6. He is the One before whom Mosheh removed his sandals because the place where He stood was set-apart ground.
  7. He is the One through whom Father Yahuah walked among Yashar’el and declared, “I have surely seen אֶת the affliction of My people” and “I know אֶת their sorrows.”
  8. He is the One through whom Father Yahuah revealed His eternal Name, Ehayah Asher Ehayah, unto Mosheh.
  9. He is the Hand of Yahuah stretched out against Mitsrayim to perform signs, wonders, and judgments.
  10. He is the Arm of Yahuah who fights for His people and brings them out of bondage with a mighty deliverance.
  11. He is the Living Word who placed אֶת His words into the mouths of Mosheh and Aharon.
  12. He is the Firstborn Son foreshadowed by Yashar’el, of whom Father Yahuah declared, “Yashar’el is My son, even My firstborn.”
  13. He is the Son called out of Mitsrayim, fulfilling in perfection the pattern established through Yashar’el.
  14. He is the greater Mosheh who left His exalted position to dwell among His brethren and deliver them from bondage.
  15. He is the faithful Bridegroom who upholds the covenant and whose righteousness reveals the seriousness of covenant obedience.
  16. He is the One who visits אֶת His people, looks upon אֶת their affliction, and causes them to bow their heads and worship.
  17. He is Yahusha Ha’Mashiach, the Angel of Yahuah, the Word of Elohiym, the Aleph and the Tav, the Arm of Yahuah, the Hand of Yahuah stretched out in redemption, Yahuah who has come down to deliver His people, and the coming King unto whom the obedience of all peoples shall be.

Reflection & Self-Study Questions

  1. Mosheh’s parents risked their lives to preserve him because they feared Elohiym more than Pharaoh. When the commandments of men conflict with the commandments of Yahuah, whom do I fear and obey?
  2. The midwives refused to kill the male children because they feared אֶת Elohiym. Do I have a reverent fear of Yahuah that leads me to obey Him even when doing so may bring hardship, opposition, or persecution?
  3. The children of Yashar’el were fruitful, increased abundantly, multiplied, and became exceedingly mighty despite affliction. Am I allowing Yahuah to produce fruit of the Ruach in my life through trials, or am I allowing difficulties to produce discouragement and bitterness?
  4. Mosheh chose to identify with his afflicted brethren rather than enjoy the privileges of Pharaoh’s house. Am I willing to suffer loss for righteousness and stand with Yahuah’s people, or do I seek comfort and acceptance from the world?
  5. When Mosheh saw the burning bush, he turned aside to see the great sight. Do I intentionally seek to know Yahuah more deeply and draw near to Him, or am I too distracted by the cares of life to pursue a closer relationship with Him?
  6. Yahuah revealed more of Himself to Mosheh after he turned aside and drew near. Am I seeking Yahuah with all my heart so that He may reveal His ways and His truth more fully to me?
  7. Yahuah declared that He had seen אֶת the affliction of His people and knew אֶת their sorrows. When I face trials and suffering, do I trust that Yahuah sees my circumstances and is working according to His perfect plan?
  8. Mosheh initially focused upon his own weaknesses and limitations rather than the power of Yahuah who was sending him. When Yahuah calls me to serve Him, do I trust His strength and provision, or do I make excuses and focus on my own inadequacies?
  9. Yahuah became angry with Mosheh because he had neglected the covenant of circumcision within his own household. Am I diligently guarding and obeying the commandments and covenant of Yahuah, or have I become careless in areas that He considers important?
  10. Tsipporah acted quickly in obedience to Yahuah’s covenant and her obedience turned away judgment from Mosheh. When Yahuah reveals an area of disobedience in my life, do I respond immediately with repentance and obedience, or do I delay and make excuses?
  11. The people believed when they heard that Yahuah had visited אֶת them and looked upon אֶת their affliction, and they bowed their heads and worshipped. Is my response to Yahuah’s faithfulness and deliverance one of humble worship and gratitude?
  12. The burdens of Yashar’el increased immediately after Mosheh obeyed Yahuah and confronted Pharaoh. When obedience seems to make my circumstances more difficult, do I remain faithful and trust Yahuah’s promises, or do I question His purposes?
  13. Mosheh cried out to Yahuah when he did not understand what Yahuah was doing. When I face confusion, disappointment, or unanswered questions, do I continue bringing my concerns before Yahuah in faith and humility?
  14. Yahusha Ha’Mashiach is the Hand and Arm of Yahuah stretched out to redeem His people. Am I allowing Him to fight my battles and lead me out of bondage, or am I relying upon my own strength and understanding, fighting the battles instead of trusting Yahuah?
  15. Yahusha appeared as the Angel of Yahuah and Mosheh drew near to know Him more fully. Am I pursuing a deeper relationship with Yahusha Ha’Mashiach, seeking not only His blessings but also His presence, His truth, and His will for my life?
Personal Application
  1. What area of fear, doubt, or insecurity is Yahuah calling me to surrender so that I may walk more fully in the purpose He has prepared for me?
  2. Is there a calling, responsibility, or opportunity for service that I have been avoiding, even though Yahuah has placed it before me?
  3. How can I demonstrate greater faith and obedience this week when Yahuah’s instructions challenge my comfort, plans, or expectations?
  4. In what ways can I show compassion and concern for those who are suffering or oppressed, reflecting Yahuah’s heart for His people in affliction?
  5. How can I encourage and support others whom Yahuah has called, just as Aharon assisted Mosheh in the work Yahuah appointed?
  6. How can I become more attentive to Yahuah’s voice and recognize the opportunities He provides to draw near to Him?
  7. Am I willing to be used by Yahuah to bring truth, encouragement, and deliverance to others, even when doing so may involve sacrifice or opposition?