Exodus

KJV · Old Testament

Exodus

Explore 40 chapters, key passages, and major themes in Exodus.

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ABOUT THE BOOK

About the Book of Exodus

Exodus tells how the Israelites are delivered from slavery in Egypt and formed into a covenant people. The book follows Moses from his calling at the burning bush through the plagues, Passover, the crossing of the Red Sea, the giving of the law at Mount Sinai, and the construction of the tabernacle as a sign of God’s presence among Israel.

Testament Old Testament
Chapters 40
Traditional attribution Moses
IMPORTANT FIGURES

Important Figures in Exodus

STORIES & EVENTS

Major Events in Exodus

The Burning BushThe Ten PlaguesPassoverCrossing the Red SeaMount SinaiThe Ten CommandmentsThe Golden CalfThe Tabernacle
QUESTIONS & ANSWERS

Frequently Asked Questions About Exodus

What is the Book of Exodus about?

Exodus centers on Israel’s deliverance from slavery in Egypt, God’s covenant with Israel at Mount Sinai, and the establishment of worship and the tabernacle.

How many chapters are in Exodus?

Exodus contains 40 chapters.

Which people are in the Book of Exodus?

Important figures in Exodus include Moses, Aaron, Miriam, Pharaoh, Jethro, Joshua, Zipporah, and the Hebrew midwives Shiphrah and Puah.

What are the major events in Exodus?

Major events include the burning bush, the plagues, Passover, the crossing of the Red Sea, the covenant at Mount Sinai, the Ten Commandments, the golden calf, and the building of the tabernacle.