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Exodus

Written by Moses (traditional)

The Author

Moses (traditional)Raised in palace, called by God from a burning bush, and became the leader who brought out of slavery

Traditionally attributed to . Like Genesis, modern scholars debate the compositional history, but Moses remains central to the narrative and tradition.

Written

1400s–400s BC (traditional vs. critical dating)

Audience

The people of

Purpose

To record God's dramatic rescue of His people from slavery and the establishment of His with them at

What's It About?

Exodus is the ultimate rescue story. God hears His people's cries in , raises up , unleashes ten plagues on , parts the Red Sea, and leads Israel to freedom. Then at , He gives them the and instructions for the — because He doesn't just want to save them, He wants to live among them.

Key Themes

Life Topics

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