Questions and Answers
What event is described in Exodus 1?
The children of Israel multiply after Joseph's death.
What significant event happens in Exodus 2?
The birth of Moses.
What does God do in Exodus 3?
God appears to Moses in a burning bush.
What role does Aaron play in Exodus 4?
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What is the main theme of Exodus 5?
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What does God reaffirm in Exodus 6?
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What miracle occurs in Exodus 7?
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What is illustrated by the frogs in Exodus 8?
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What calamity is faced in Exodus 9?
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What plague occurs in Exodus 10?
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What is commanded in Exodus 11?
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What institution begins in Exodus 12?
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What significant event happens in Exodus 14?
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What miracle occurs in Exodus 16?
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What does Exodus 20 outline?
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What is discussed in Exodus 25?
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What are the priests consecrated for in Exodus 29?
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What significance does Exodus 31 have?
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What occurs in Exodus 32?
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What is renewed in Exodus 34?
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Study Notes
Exodus Chapter Summaries
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Exodus 1: Israel Multiplies
- Israelites prosper and multiply despite oppression under a new king.
- Midwives defy Pharaoh's decree to kill male infants, showing their godliness.
- Pharaoh orders male children to be thrown into the river.
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Exodus 2: Birth of Moses
- Moses is born and hidden in an ark of bulrushes.
- Pharaoh's daughter discovers and adopts Moses.
- Moses kills an Egyptian and flees to Midian, marries Zipporah, and has a son, Gershom.
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Exodus 3: Burning Bush
- Moses tends Jethro’s flock; God appears as a burning bush.
- God commands Moses to deliver Israel from bondage.
- God reveals His name and mission to Moses.
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Exodus 4: Moses & Aaron
- Moses' rod turns into a serpent, and his hand shows signs of leprosy.
- Moses hesitates to speak, and God appoints Aaron as his spokesperson.
- Moses returns to Egypt with Aaron; the Israelites believe their message.
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Exodus 5: Israelite's Tasks Increased
- Pharaoh rebukes Moses and Aaron for their message, increasing the burdens on the Israelites.
- The people complain to Moses and Aaron, resulting in Moses’ appeal to God.
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Exodus 6: God Reaffirms His Promise
- God reaffirms His covenant name, JEHOVAH, and promises deliverance.
- Lists the genealogies of Reuben, Simeon, and Levi, the ancestors of Moses and Aaron.
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Exodus 7: Blood River
- God encourages Moses to confront Pharaoh as he turns his rod into a serpent.
- Sorcerers replicate the miracle, but Pharaoh’s heart hardens, leading to the plague of blood in the Nile.
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Exodus 8: Frogs, Lice, & Flies
- God sends frogs and later, lice, which the magicians cannot replicate.
- Swarms of flies appear; Pharaoh promises to let the Israelites go but hardens his heart again.
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Exodus 9: Murrain, Boils & Blains, & Hail
- A plague affects livestock, followed by boils on humans.
- God warns of the coming hail plague; Pharaoh seeks relief but remains unrepentant.
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Exodus 10: Locusts & Darkness
- God threatens locusts, which devastate Egypt's crops.
- Darkness engulfs Egypt; Pharaoh temporarily yields but subsequently recants.
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Exodus 11
- God instructs the Israelites to request jewels from their neighbors.
- Moses warns Pharaoh of the imminent death of the firstborn.
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Exodus 12
- Instituting of the Passover; the Israelites mark their doors for protection.
- Firstborn of Egypt are slain; the Israelites are forced to leave and start their journey.
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Exodus 13: Consecration of the Firstborn
- Firstborn animals are dedicated to God; the Passover memorial is established.
- Israelites carry Joseph's bones during their exodus; God guides them with pillars of cloud and fire.
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Exodus 14: Crossing the Red Sea
- God instructs the Israelites, leading them toward the sea while Pharaoh pursues.
- Moses parts the Red Sea, allowing the Israelites to escape; the pursuing Egyptians are drowned.
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Exodus 15: Song of Moses
- Moses sings a song of praise; the Israelites face a water shortage in the wilderness.
- Bitter waters at Marah are made sweet by a tree.
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Exodus 16: Manna and Quails
- Israelites complain about hunger; God promises bread from heaven.
- Manna and quails are provided; guidelines for gathering manna are established.
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Exodus 17: Water from the Rock
- The people complain for water; God instructs Moses to strike the rock at Horeb.
- Amalek attacks; victory is secured through Moses’ raised hands.
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Exodus 18: Jethro’s Advice
- Jethro visits Moses, bringing his family; Moses receives Jethro's wise counsel on governance.
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Exodus 19: Arrival at Sinai
- Israelites arrive at Mount Sinai; God speaks to Moses, preparing the people for His presence.
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Exodus 20: The Ten Commandments
- God delivers the Ten Commandments; the people express fear at God's presence.
- Idolatry is explicitly prohibited; instructions for altars are given.
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Exodus 21: Laws and Commandments
- Detailed laws for servitude, manslaughter, injuries, and theft are provided.
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Exodus 22: Further Laws
- Laws cover theft, damage, and various societal issues including idolatry and usury.
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Exodus 23: Justice and Festivals
- Rules for justice and charity, like slander prohibitions and the observance of the Sabbath, are stated.
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Exodus 24: Covenant with God
- Moses ascends Sinai; the people commit to obeying God's commands.
- Rituals solidifying the covenant are conducted.
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Exodus 25: Instructions for the Tabernacle
- Details for offerings required to construct the Tabernacle and the Ark of the Covenant.
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Exodus 26: Tabernacle Construction
- Specifications for curtains and coverings for the Tabernacle are provided.
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Exodus 27: The Altar and Court
- Instructions for the altar of burnt offering, the Tabernacle's court, and oil for the lamps.
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Exodus 28: Priestly Garments
- Aaron and his sons are consecrated as priests; holy garments and accessories are commanded.
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Exodus 29: Consecration of Priests
- Rituals for priestly consecration and the continual burnt offering are outlined.
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Exodus 30: Altar of Incense
- Description of the altar for incense and the composition of anointing oil.
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Exodus 31: Craftsmen for the Tabernacle
- Bezaleel and Aholiab are selected for Tabernacle construction; Sabbath observance is reiterated.
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Exodus 32: The Golden Calf
- Israelites create a calf idol in Moses' absence; God’s anger leads to calamity.
- Moses intercedes for the people after confronting Aaron.
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Exodus 33: God’s Presence
- God informs Moses of His decision not to lead the people as promised; Moses seeks reassurance of God's guidance.
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Exodus 34: Renewed Covenant
- God renews the tablets of the covenant; His name and attributes are proclaimed.
- Moses' radiant face signifies his encounter with God.
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Exodus 35: Offerings for the Tabernacle
- Instructions for the Sabbath and recommendations for freewill offerings for the construction of the Tabernacle.
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Exodus 36: Construction of the Tabernacle
- Israelites’ generous offerings are managed; details of materials used in the Tabernacle's construction are provided.
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Exodus 37: Tabernacle Furnishings
- Description of the Ark, Mercy Seat, table, candlestick, and other furnishings.
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Exodus 38: Further Furnishings
- Details of the altar of burnt offering, laver, and accounting of offerings made for the Tabernacle.
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Exodus 39: Priestly Garments Completed
- Final construction of the priestly garments, with approval given by Moses upon review.
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Exodus 40: Setting Up the Tabernacle
- Commands issued for erecting and anointing the Tabernacle.
- God’s glory descends as a cloud, filling the Tabernacle, signifying His presence.
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