Cross-references Explore similar Bible verses on Exodus 5:5 in English Standard Version "And Pharaoh said, “Behold, the people of the land are now many, and you make them rest from their burdens!”" Ex 1:7 But the people of Israel were fruitful and increased greatly; they multiplied and grew exceedingly strong, so that the land was filled with them. Ex 1:9 And he said to his people, “Behold, the people of Israel are too many and too mighty for us.