Pharaoh
Mentioned in 34 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
An Egyptian ruler featured prominently in Biblical narratives discussed across religious and Christian podcasts. He is primarily known for his obstinate resistance to God's will—particularly his refusal to free the Israelite slaves and his hardened heart throughout the ten plagues—as well as his pursuit of the Israelites at the Red Sea. Podcasters reference this historical figure as a theological exemplar of human defiance against God and the consequences of rejecting divine authority.
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Episode Appearances
Daily Rosary Meditations | Catholic Prayers · Mar 2, 2026
Pharaoh's Hardened Heart
“Central figure in the episode's meditation; represents obstinate refusal to acknowledge sin and cooperate with God”
Chapter by Chapter · Mar 2, 2026
Exodus 11: No Barking Dogs
“Egyptian ruler whose defiance of God throughout the ten plagues and loss of his firstborn son exemplifies rejection of the true God”
Don't Miss This Study · Mar 1, 2026
I WILL BE WITH YOU
“Egyptian ruler who recognizes God's spirit in Joseph and elevates him to position of authority”
Lakepointe Church with Josh Howerton · Mar 1, 2026
5 Reasons God is Not Answering Your Prayers | Investigating Jesus | Pastor Josh Howerton
“Historical antagonist in Moses's prayer narrative; pursued Israelites at Red Sea”
Daily Rosary Meditations | Catholic Prayers · Feb 27, 2026
Bound for Freedom
“Egyptian ruler whose obstinacy in refusing to let Israelites worship God is contrasted with the purpose of religious freedom”
Jack Hibbs Podcast · Feb 23, 2026
It’s Time to Change Your Course
“Egyptian ruler whose magicians performed miracles through satanic power, contrasted with Moses' God-empowered miracles”
Scripture Central · Feb 9, 2026
Genesis 12-17 & Abraham 1-2 I Come Follow Me I Handmaidens, Harems and Heroines
“Egyptian ruler who experiences plagues and receives healing through Abraham's priesthood intervention”
The Mark Driscoll Podcast · Feb 7, 2026
God Thinks Your Sabbath Is A Joke
“Historical figure cited as enslaver who denied Hebrew slaves rest and religious freedom”
The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) · Feb 4, 2026
Day 35: Crossing the Red Sea (2026)
“Egyptian ruler whose heart God hardens, leading him to pursue Israel into the Red Sea where his army is destroyed”
Through the ESV Bible in a Year with Jackie Hill Perry · Feb 4, 2026
February 4 (Exodus 13–14; Psalm 32; Mark 11)
“Egyptian ruler whose resistance to freeing the Israelites and subsequent pursuit illustrates divine power”
The Bible Recap · Feb 3, 2026
Day 034 (Exodus 13-15) - Year 8
“Egyptian ruler who pursues the Israelites after their exodus; his army is destroyed in the Red Sea”
The Bible Recap Kids · Feb 3, 2026
Day 34 (Exodus 13-15)
“Egyptian ruler whose army pursued the Israelites and was defeated when God parted the Red Sea”
Through the ESV Bible in a Year with Jackie Hill Perry · Feb 2, 2026
February 2 (Exodus 10–11; Psalm 30; Mark 9)
“Egyptian ruler resisting God's commands through Moses, experiencing plagues, hardening his heart repeatedly”
The Bible Recap · Feb 2, 2026
Day 033 (Exodus 10-12) - Year 8
“Egyptian ruler whose hardened heart against God's plan is central theological discussion point of the episode”
The Bible Recap · Feb 1, 2026
Day 032 (Exodus 7-9) - Year 8
“Egyptian ruler whose heart God hardens; repeatedly refuses to release Israelites despite witnessing plagues”
The Bible Recap Kids · Feb 1, 2026
Day 32 (Exodus 7-9)
“Egyptian ruler whose hardened heart prevents him from releasing the Israelites despite witnessing plagues”
Through the ESV Bible in a Year with Jackie Hill Perry · Jan 31, 2026
January 31 (Exodus 6–7; Psalm 28; Mark 7)
“Egyptian ruler whose hardened heart resists God's commands to release the Israelite slaves”
The Bible Recap · Jan 31, 2026
Day 031 (Exodus 4-6) - Year 8
“Egyptian ruler whose heart God hardens, causing him to refuse the Israelites' request for freedom and increase their workload”
The Bible Recap Kids · Jan 31, 2026
Day 31 (Exodus 4-6)
“Egyptian ruler who refuses Moses and Aaron's requests and increases hardship on Israelites, causing them to doubt Moses”
The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) · Jan 30, 2026
Day 30: Nile Turned to Blood (2026)
“Egyptian ruler whose hardened heart prevents him from releasing the Israelites despite miraculous signs”
Through the ESV Bible in a Year with Jackie Hill Perry · Jan 30, 2026
January 30 (Exodus 4–5; Psalm 27; Mark 6)
“Egyptian ruler whose hardened heart and increased labor demands exemplify institutional resistance to change and liberation”
The Bible Recap · Jan 30, 2026
Day 030 (Exodus 1-3) - Year 8
“Egyptian ruler who enslaved Israelites and ordered killing of Hebrew male infants out of fear”
The Bible Recap Kids · Jan 30, 2026
Day 30 (Exodus 1-3)
“Egyptian ruler who enslaves Israelites out of fear they will wage war; orders midwives to kill newborn Israelite boys.”
PROCLAIM x BIBLEin365 · Jan 29, 2026
DAY 25. Genesis 49 & Genesis 50 | Matthew 18:1-9 | Psalm 18:7-15
“Egyptian ruler who grants Joseph permission to bury his father in Canaan, demonstrating Joseph's influence”
The Bible Recap · Jan 29, 2026
Day 029 (Genesis 48-50) - Year 8
“Granted Jacob's family permission to travel to Canaan to bury Jacob after his death”
Through the ESV Bible in a Year with Jackie Hill Perry · Jan 28, 2026
January 28 (Exodus 1; Psalm 25; Mark 4)
“Egyptian ruler who enslaved the Hebrews and commanded the killing of male Hebrew infants”
PROCLAIM x BIBLEin365 · Jan 28, 2026
DAY 24. Genesis 47 & Genesis 48 | Matthew 17 | Psalm 18:1-6
“Egyptian ruler who grants Joseph's family settlement in Goshen and benefits from Joseph's economic management”
The Bible Recap · Jan 28, 2026
Day 028 (Genesis 46-47) - Year 8
“Egyptian ruler who grants Jacob's family settlement rights in Goshen and receives Jacob's blessing during their meeting.”
PROCLAIM x BIBLEin365 · Jan 27, 2026
DAY 23. Genesis 45 & Genesis 46 | Matthew 16 | Psalm 17:13-15
“Egyptian ruler who supports Joseph's family relocation and provides resources for their settlement in Goshen”
The Bible Recap · Jan 26, 2026
Day 026 (Genesis 41-42) - Year 8
“King of Egypt who appoints Joseph to manage famine preparation after Joseph interprets his prophetic dreams”
PROCLAIM x BIBLEin365 · Jan 25, 2026
DAY 21. Genesis 41 & Genesis 42 | Matthew 14:22-36 & Matthew 15:1-9 | Psalm 17:1-5
“Egyptian ruler who appoints Joseph as governor after dream interpretation and delegates famine management authority”
PROCLAIM x BIBLEin365 · Jan 24, 2026
DAY 20. Genesis 40 | Matthew 14:1-21 | Psalm 16
“Egyptian ruler whose officers are imprisoned; his birthday feast fulfills Joseph's dream interpretations”
BibleProject · Jan 19, 2026
Warnings From Ancient Rebellions
“Egyptian king whose dreams Joseph interprets, illustrating the 'these are' hermeneutical pattern used in Hebrew Bible”
WHOA That's Good Podcast · Dec 17, 2025
Trusting Your Gut (And What That Really Means)? | Sadie, Christian, Bella & John Luke
“Biblical example of heart hardening and refusal to submit to God's will, resulting in consequences”