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Who wrote the book of Exodus and who did they write it to?
The book of Exodus is widely believed to be primarily written by Moses and some content was likely added in by others later. The immediate audience would have been the Israelites.
When did the events of the book of Exodus happen?
The Exodus occurs between approximately 1915 BC to 1406 BC.
What is the setting of the book of Exodus?
Exodus covers the events of the Israelites in Egypt, as well as their journey out of Egypt to Mount Sanai.
What is the purpose of the book of Exodus?
- Israel blessed and oppressed (Ex. 1)
- Moses is spared for the liberation of Israel (Ex. 2-12)
- Israelite’s journey out of Egypt (Ex. 14-18)
- Covenant and commandments (Ex. 19-31)
- Israel disobeys the covenant and are redeemed (Ex. 32-34)
- Preparation of the Tabernacle (Ex. 35-40)
How does the book of Exodus apply to my life?
- Exodus is part of the Pentateuch, and one of the five books of the Torah.
- The first half of Exodus is the fulfillment of promises made to Abraham.
- The second half of Exodus is about the revelation of the covenant.
- God provides His commandments and instructions for His people.
- God displays His power, boundaries, provisions, and protection over His people.
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