Exodus
Orthodox Bible · Old Testament · 40 chapters · LXX
About Exodus
Exodus recounts Israel's deliverance from Egyptian slavery, the giving of the Law at Sinai, and the building of the tabernacle so God could dwell among his people.
Frequently asked about Exodus
- What does 'Exodus' mean?
- Exodus is Greek for 'going out' — the departure of Israel from Egypt under Moses.
- What are the Ten Commandments?
- Found in Exodus 20:1–17, they are the moral core of the Sinai covenant: love God exclusively, honor parents, do not murder, steal, or covet.
- Why does Exodus describe the tabernacle in such detail?
- The tabernacle is where a holy God meets a redeemed people. The careful design teaches that worship is on God's terms, not ours.