Cross-references Explore similar Bible verses on Exodus 4:2 in English Standard Version "The Lord said to him, “What is that in your hand?” He said, “A staff.”" Ex 4:17 And take in your hand this staff, with which you shall do the signs.” Ex 4:20 So Moses took his wife and his sons and had them ride on a donkey, and went back to the land of Egypt. And Moses took the staff of God in his hand.