Exodus

The Exodus, also known as Yetziat Mitzrayim (Hebrew: יציאת מצרים, lit. "Going Out of Egypt"), is a foundational narrative in the Hebrew Bible and the Torah, which describes the departure of the Israelites from Egypt after generations of slavery. This event is central to the religious identity of the Israelites and is commemorated annually during the Jewish holiday of Passover (Pesach, Hebrew: פסח). The Exodus narrative is recounted in the Book of Exodus, where it is described as a pivotal moment in the history of the Israelites, marking their transition from slavery to freedom and their journey towards the Promised Land. The term "Exodus" is derived from the Greek word exodos (ἔξοδος), meaning "departure" or "exit." In Arabic, the Exodus is referred to as Al-Khuruj min Misr (الخروج من مصر), and in Spanish, it is known as Éxodo. The Exodus story includes key events such as the Ten Plagues, the Passover, the parting of the Red Sea, and the receiving of the Ten Commandments at Mount Sinai. These events are not only significant in Jewish tradition but also hold importance in Christian and Islamic traditions, albeit with varying interpretations and emphases.