Exodus - Moses leads the Hebrews out of Egypt. (sep 12, 1300 BC – sep 12, 1200 BC)
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At first, Hebrews are welcomed by the ancient Egyptians but eventually put into Slavery (p. 73)Hebrews are led out of slavery by a man named Moses. This event is known as the Exodus and celebrated today with the festival of Passover. (p.82)
Hebrews wander the desert for approximately 40 years before reaching Canaan. During this time, they receive their religious law code name the 10 Commandments. With this, a covenant (meaning agreement) was formed between God and the Hebrews → God would protect them and guide them back to Canaan if the Hebrews followed his laws. (p. 74 and p.82)
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Date:
sep 12, 1300 BC
sep 12, 1200 BC
~ 100 years