Named person · Old Testament
Meet Jethro.
A relative offering wise advice.
Who was Jethro?
Jethro was a priest of Midian and Moses' father-in-law. He welcomed news of Israel's escape from Egypt and gave Moses practical advice. The surrounding family accounts also use the name Reuel, whose relationship needs careful reading.
Jethro saw Moses trying to hear everyone's problems alone. He advised him to share suitable responsibilities with trustworthy helpers.
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Exodus 18:1–27
When Jethro visited Moses in the wilderness, he thanked God and offered practical advice for leading the people well.
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