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[[File:Egyptian tomb wall-painting - Egyptian Collections, Vol. XI (1826-1838), f.118 - BL Add MS 29822.jpg|thumb|466x466px|Moses led the Israelites out of slavery in Egypt]] | |||
The '''Book of Exodus''' is the second book in the [[Bible]]. It was the second of five books written by [[Moses]]. | |||
It narrates the story of the [[Israelites]]' enslavement in [[Egypt]] and their deliverance by [[God]] through Moses in the first fifteen chapters. The book begins with the oppression of the Israelites, the birth of Moses, and his calling by God at the [[Moses' vision of the Burning Bush|burning bush]]. It continues with the [[Ten Plagues of Egypt|ten plagues]], the institution of the first [[Passover]], and the miraculous parting of the [[Red Sea]]. From chapters 16–18, it recounts the Israelites’ journey through the wilderness, including God's provision of manna and water. | |||
From chapter 19 onward, Exodus focuses on the covenant between God and [[Israel (disambiguation)|Israel]], beginning with the giving of the [[Ten Commandments]] at [[Mount Sinai]]. It also includes laws governing worship and daily life, as well as detailed instructions for constructing the [[Tabernacle]], a dwelling place for God among His people. The book concludes with the completion of the Tabernacle and God's glory filling it, signifying His presence with Israel as they prepare for their journey to the [[Promised Land]]. | |||