The Exodus refers to the departure of the Israelites from bondage in Egypt under the leadership of Moses. Originating from the crisis of oppression along the Nile, the journey commenced immediately following the final plague and the observance of the first Passover.
Crossing and Wilderness Journey
Pursued by the Egyptian army, the community escaped safely across the Red Sea, celebrated in song by Miriam. The journey continued into the Sinai Peninsula, where the people received the covenant law at Mount Sinai and constructed the portable tabernacle for worship on the march.
Legacy and Settlement
The Exodus redefined the national identity and faith of Israel, forming the foundational narrative repeated throughout biblical history. After decades of wilderness wanderings, the successor generation led by Joshua eventually completed the journey into the Promised Land.