Exodus 2:20

Contemporary English Version (Anglicised) 2012

“Where is he?” Jethro asked. “Why did you leave him out there? Invite him to eat with us.”

Cross References

Genesis 18:5

Let me get you some food to give you strength before you leave. I would be honoured to serve you.” “Thank you very much,” they answered. “We accept your offer.”

Genesis 29:13

As soon as Laban heard the news, he ran out to meet Jacob. He hugged and kissed him and brought him to his home, where Jacob told him everything that had happened.

Genesis 31:54

Jacob killed an animal and offered it as a sacrifice there on the mountain, and he invited his men to eat with him. After the meal they spent the night on the mountain.

Genesis 43:25

The brothers got their gifts ready to give to Joseph at midday, since they had heard they were going to eat there.

Job 31:32

and travellers were always welcome.

Job 42:11

Then Job gave a feast for his brothers and sisters and for his old friends. They expressed their sorrow for the suffering the LORD had brought on him, and they each gave Job some silver and a gold ring.

Exodus 2:19

They answered, “An Egyptian rescued us from the shepherds, and he even watered our sheep and goats.”

Exodus 2:21

Moses agreed to stay on with Jethro, who later let his daughter Zipporah marry Moses.

1 Timothy 5:10

She must also be well known for doing all sorts of good things, such as raising children, giving food to strangers, welcoming God's people into her home, helping people in need, and always making herself useful.

Hebrews 13:2

Be sure to welcome strangers into your home. By doing this, some people have welcomed angels as guests, without even knowing it.