Book of Exodus
Book of Exodus
The Book of Exodus (pronunciation: /ˈɛksədəs/; etymology: from Greek ἔξοδος, exodos, meaning "departure" or "exit") is the second book of the Bible and the Torah. It narrates the liberation of the Israelites from slavery in Ancient Egypt through the hand of Moses, who leads them across the Red Sea to Mount Sinai where he receives the Ten Commandments.
Etymology
The term "Exodus" comes from the Greek word exodos, which means "departure" or "exit". This term was used in the Septuagint, a Greek translation of the Hebrew Bible, to denote the departure of the Israelites from Egypt.
Content
The Book of Exodus contains several key events and laws in the history of the Israelites. These include the burning bush episode, the ten plagues of Egypt, the Passover, the crossing of the Red Sea, the giving of the Ten Commandments at Mount Sinai, the construction of the Tabernacle, and the establishment of the priesthood and the ritual laws.
Related Terms
- Moses: The main figure in the Book of Exodus, who leads the Israelites out of slavery in Egypt.
- Ten Commandments: The laws given by God to Moses on Mount Sinai.
- Passover: A Jewish holiday that commemorates the liberation of the Israelites from Egyptian slavery.
- Tabernacle: The portable sanctuary where the Israelites worshipped God during their journey in the wilderness.
- Priesthood: The office of the priests, who were responsible for performing religious rituals and maintaining the Tabernacle.
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