Parashas Bo · Passuk 12:21
Chabad.org — English translation + Rashi
Torah Temimah points to Mechilta (verified).
Sefaria — Exodus 12:21
Sefaria — Mechilta
English: The verse’s reference to speaking to the elders teaches that Moses accorded honor to the elders of Israel.
In context: See the cited source for the full section.
Derash identifying the mention of the elders as teaching that Moses honored Israel’s elders.
The Torah records Moses addressing the elders as an expression of honor toward them.