Leviathan · Character
Pharaoh
Egyptian king who opposed Moses and the Israelites.
minor
Also known as Pharaoh - Necho
First appearance: part i of man
Pharaoh shows up with force in XXXVI: Of the Word of God, and of Prophets. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Pharaoh-Necho, an idolater, spoke words that were from God, advising Josiah not to oppose him.
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In XXXVI: Of the Word of God, and of Prophets: Pharaoh-Necho, an idolater, spoke words that were from God, advising Josiah not to oppose…
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Character groups
- Patriarchs and rulers of Egypt
- Biblical and religious leaders
- Historical and theological exemplars
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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.
- Setup
- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
This is the story's dramatic climax because it reveals the sovereign's right to punish is not a gift from subj…
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See Pharaoh in part i of man