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The english name of the book derives from the septuagint greek use of exodus to designate the deliverance of the israelites from egyptian bondage and their safe. The book of exodus is the second book in the old testament and comes after the book of genesis. A list of the best commentaries on exodus ranked by scholars. Iran, sanctions and nuclear development by rabbi howard a. On a deeper level, this reflects the fact that it is the book in which our identity name as a nation is forged. The book of exodus is the second book of the bible and describes the exodus, which includes the israelites deliverance from slavery in egypt through the hand of yahweh, the revelations at biblical mount sinai, and the subsequent divine indwelling of god with israel. Read hebrews 11 commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible complete. Exodus begins in the egyptian region called goshen. And exodus records how the israelites wandered in the desert for 40 years. They had the law did not moses give you the law, but did not keep it. There were present at that season some who told him about the galileans whose blood pilate had mingled with their sacrifices. You can find the best commentary on exodus for you using the tools on the right side. Exodus relates the story of freedom for gods people from slavery and the beginning of national identity.

The heart of this book is the passover, after 9 plagues had been sent on israel the passover angel was sent. Matthew henry 18 october 1662 22 june 1714 was an english commentator on the bible, who published his works in 1706, sixvolume exposition of the old and new testaments 17081710 or complete commentary, provides an exhaustive verse by verse study of the bible, covering the whole of. The key personalities include moses, miriam, pharaoh, pharaohs daughter, aaron, and joshua. The lords desire was to save israel through the promise that he had made to abraham cf. It records the tremendous numerical growth of jacobs family in egypt which grew. The jewish news february 2015 by the jewish federation of. Cassuto, umberto, commentary on the book of exodus, 1974, jewish. It takes the story of the israelites from their presence in and oppression by egypt up to the reception of the divine law that occupies the entire book of leviticus and much of numbers. By the books end, they have finished the work of building the tabernacle according to the lords instructions exod. The book continues the story of the ancestors of israel in egypt, now grown in number to a large landless population enslaved by the pharaoh. This volume also receives many accolades from a wide variety of experts. Nowadays, the exodus means the time when the israelites came out of egypt. In the greek lxx the book is named exodos exodus emphasizing the departure of israel from egypt. Exodus commentary matthew henry commentary on the whole.

Top 5 commentaries on the book of exodus ligonier ministries. The versebyverse commentary on revelation introduction this commentary on revelation will prove, contrary to what most people think, that the revelation, the last book of the bible, is not difficult to understand if we will take a simple, facevalue, commonsense approach to interpreting it. Book of exodus, session 1 introduction the book of exodus is the second book of the torah or pentateuch, the first five books of the old testament. Read acts 16 commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible complete. The book of exodus is the second of five parts which comprise what scripture calls the book of moses. Philip graham ryken exodus preaching the word, 2005. Luke repentance, false religion and the true way a. The second horseman is perhaps the most easily identifiable of the famed four horsemen of the apocalypse, since both of its symbols, the fiery red color and the great sword, are well known to represent war. The book of exodus is one of the most important books in the old testament. Introduction to exodus bible commentary theology of work.

In another place, luke refers to the oldtestament as the law of. In english following a lost sheep from his flock, moses encounters a burning bush. The title exodus comes from the septuagint, which derived it from the primary event found in the book, the deliverance from slavery and exodus or departure of the israelite nation out of egypt by the hand of yahweh, the god of their forefathers. Study the bible online using commentary on hebrews 11 and more. It is not quite clear what this means, or how it was fulfilled whether the reference is to the revelation of gods goodness in exodus 34. The stay in the desert describes the earthly circumstances in which. This commentary on a key book of the old testament in which god declares and displays his great name marries both fidelity to the text with practical insights. In the beginning was the word, and the word was with god, and the word was god. Strive supposes that great idleness is natural to professors. Exodus is a book of redemption in which god delivers his people out of bondage and brings them into a special relationship with himself. The book of exodus is the second book in the old testament. Monthly newspaper of the jewish federation of sarasotamanatee. Carol meyers, in her commentary on exodus, suggests that it is arguably the most important book in the bible, as it presents the defining features of israels. An easyenglish translation with notes about 1200 word vocabulary on psalm 119.

Exodus commentary commentaries on the book of exodus. Calvin did not write a verse by verse commentary on exodus so some of the verses will. Exodus, the liberation of the people of israel from slavery in egypt in the th century bce, under the leadership of moses. It also suggests that many will be the difficulties that professors will meet with, before they get to heaven. Commentary on the book of exodus by matthew henry old. The exodus experience was the defining moment in the history of the children of israel. Originally written in 1706, matthew henrys concise commentary provides a condensed look at nearly every verse in the bible.

Summary of the book of exodus the story of the bible. Exodus records more miracles of god than any other book in the old testament. Best exodus commentaries updated for 2020 best bible. Book of exodus, session 1 introduction yale divinity school. I first discovered douglas stuarts work when i read his old testament exegesis. A brief comparison selected bibliography introduction the purpose of the study we live in a generation in which public opinion of those in political leadership is probably at an all time low. Taking a pioneering approach to commentary writing, brevard childs gives an entirely original treatment to the book of exodus. A word list at the end explains the other words that have a star. The second book of moses exodus from the holy bible new international version niv book 2 please note we have increased the volume and the pitch of the audio for a clearer sound, so. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. The notes explain some of the words with a star by them.

In exodus, we read how god rescued the israelites from egypt. Read exodus commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible complete. You will also find options for commentaries on exodus that help pastors, teachers, and readers with application of the bible, commentaries that approach the scripture versebyverse, classic christian commentaries, and much more. In hebrew the name of the book is taken from the first two words in the book twmv hlaw these are the names.

The book of exodus consists mainly of two genres, narrative history and laws. The book tells the story of the exodus of the children of israel out of egypt. Study the bible online using commentary on exodus and more. The hebrew title for the book of exodus is taken from its first words. A critical, theological commentary old testament library. The book of exodus niv audio holy bible high quality. An internationally acclaimed novelist for over 30 years, leon uris was the author of battle cry, the angry hills, exodus, mila 18, armageddon, topas qb vii, trinity, the haj, mitla pass, and redemption, and two highly praised works of nonfiction in collaboration with his wife, ireland. He lived in aspen, colorado, with his wife, photographer jill. A commentary on the book of exodus umberto moshe david cassuto. God raises up a deliverer to confront the evil of pharaoh and to liberate the israelites. This narration, otherwise known the story of moses, is one of the most famous of the bible. The greek translators called this book exodus which signifies a departure or going out because it begins with the story of the going out of the children of israel.

Text, mp3 and video lessons and sermons in 50 languages. The second book of the pentateuch is called exodus, from the greek word for departure, because its central event was understood by the septuagints translators to be the departure of the israelites from egypt. Exodus with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. The lord passed by it appears that the passing by of the lord occasioned the strong wind, the earthquake, and the fire. Unhappily the author died after completing only three of his commentaries two on genesis and one on exodus. The book is strategically important to both old testament history and a proper understanding of hebrew customs and institutions. A critical, theological commentary old testament library childs, brevard s. It is said of them that they are, redeemed from the earth, have a unique victory song, are called the first fruits, are without fault and they follow the lamb whithersoever he goeth. At the onset, the israelites are at work for the egyptians.

What the bible says about four horsemen of the apocalypse. Egypt is a picture of this present world galatians 1. Exodus is an international publishing phenomenonthe towering novel of the twentieth centurys most dramatic geopolitical event. Exodus commentary you may download this entire bible commentary on exodus with the following pdf file or access the following individual sections for your personal use only. Now i john saw when the lamb opened one of the seals. The book of exodus is especially rich in typical teachings. The present volume, a commentary on the book of exodus, is the last of the commentaries to be rendered into english. Leon uris magnificently portrays the birth of a new nation in the midst of enemiesthe beginning of an earthshaking struggle for power. Oct 22, 20 after years of recovery attempts this is the only one that helped me through each stage of my recovery it is so different for everyone and the forum allowed each individual to be honest about what was going on and to get support from a lot of wonderful people. Whereofore ye must needs be in subjection, not merely because of the wrath, but also for conscience sake. Tremper longman calls this an incredibly insightful theological study of the book of exodus and says, this commentary is ideal for those preaching on exodus, because he so thoughtfully explores the books trajectory toward the new testament gospel. Moses would mean the first 5 books of the bible, which includes exodus. Moreover, many scholars have been influenced by noths theory that the book of deuteronomy is no appendage to the tetrateuch genesisnumbers, but is instead the initial component of a large, complex literary work known as the deuteronomistic history, which incorporates the old testament books of joshua, judges, 12 samuel, and 12 kings.

The book of exodus details gods call to the people of israel to get up and leave their position of slavery in egypt. Book of exodus overview insight for living ministries. Exodus is the second book of the pentateuch the five books of moses, and its where we find the stories of the ten plagues, the first passover, the parting of the red sea, and the ten commandments. There are twin reasons for the christians observance of societys laws. Matthew henrys bible commentary concise bible study online. List of books and articles about book of exodus online. Apart from the philological notes and translation, this commentary includes a formcritical section, looking at the growth of the tradition in its previous stages. The book celebrates and memorializes this great saving event in song and story and also the awesome revelation and covenant at mt. The book of exodus is the story of god rescuing the children of israel from egypt and forging a special relationship with them. Hebrews 11 commentary matthew henry commentary on the whole. Alec motyer the message of exodus the bible speaks today, 2005. The book of exodusthe book of exodus agape bible study. A critical, theological commentary the old testament library by childs, childs, brevard s.

Exodus shows us gods way of delivering sinful people 1 corinthians 10. The first part of exodus recounts how abrahams family ends up enslaved in egypt. Acts 16 commentary matthew henry commentary on the whole. Jesus just stated that he was absolutely sinless and true, always seeking the glory of god in heaven john 7. Throughout the history of man never has there been a group of people see with their eyes such miracles and. Several statements in exodus indicate that moses wrote certain sections of the book see 17. It was written to record the events of israels deliverance from slavery in egypt. The book of exodus opens and closes with israel at work. The children of israel increase in egypt after the death of joseph. It gives a record of the exodus of the israelites from egypt which signified the end of a period of oppression for abrahams offsprings and the commencement of the fulfillment of the covenant promised to abraham. John bunyan author of pilgrims progress has an entire book on the strait gate.

Best commentaries and books on exodus logos bible software. The rider on the black horse and the red horse parallels what jesus prophesied in matthew 24 6 and ye shall hear of wars and rumours of wars. Matthew henry 18 october 1662 22 june 1714 was an english commentator on the bible, who published his works in 1706, sixvolume exposition of the old and new testaments 17081710 or complete commentary, provides an exhaustive verse by verse study of the bible. In the exodus out of egypt yahweh took a downtrodden group of canaanite slaves and formed them into his holy covenant nation, making them the vehicle of. In the book of revelation, this same warning appears as the first seal, also known as the first of the four horsemen of the apocalypse.