29At midnight the Lord struck down all the firstborn in Egypt, from the firstborn of Pharaoh, who sat on the throne, to the firstborn of the prisoner, who was in the dungeon, and the firstborn of all the livestock as well.h
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Exodus 12 marks the pivotal institution of the Passover, a foundational event in Israel's history and a profound foreshadowing of Christ. God commands the Israelites to sacrifice a lamb, apply its blood to their doorposts, and eat a special meal, all to protect them from the tenth plague—the death of the firstborn. This chapter vividly portrays God's judgment on Egypt and his redemptive power for his people, culminating in their long-awaited exodus from slavery.
