Book Of Exodus (Noun)
Meaning
The second book of the Old Testament: tells of the departure of the Israelites out of slavery in Egypt led by Moses; God gave them the Ten Commandments and the rest of Mosaic law on Mount Sinai during the Exodus.
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- The story of Moses leading the Israelites out of Egypt is well-known from the book of Exodus.
- Many biblical scholars have translated and studied the historical text of the book of Exodus for centuries.
- The book of Exodus tells of the miraculous crossing of the Red Sea by the Israelites and the revelation of the Ten Commandments from God.
- Historians continue to research and debate the events described in the book of Exodus to this day.
- Leaders of faith often reference key values and principles that are outlined in the book of Exodus.