The Exodus Journey
Why did the Egyptians urge the Israelites to leave quickly?
They feared they would all die after the tenth plague.
What feast did God command Israel to remember each year?
The Feast of Unleavened Bread (Ex. 13:3–5).
Why did Pharaoh chase after the Israelites?
His heart was hardened and he regretted letting them go (Ex. 14:5).
What did the Nile turning to blood represent?
Judgment on the Nile god; loss of prosperity.
What does unleavened bread symbolize?
Purity and haste—unaffected by evil.
What did the Israelites take with them when they left Egypt?
Their flocks, herds, and unleavened dough.
What was the purpose of this yearly feast?
To remember how God brought them out of Egypt (Ex. 13:8–9).
How many chariots did Pharaoh take with him?
600 of his best chariots and other chariots of Egypt (Ex. 14:7).
What did the plague of frogs symbolize?
Mocked the Egyptian god of fruitfulness.
What did the bitter herbs represent?
The bitterness of Israel’s slavery in Egypt.
About how many men left Egypt, not counting women and children?
About 600,000 men (Ex. 12:37).
What did God tell Moses to do with every firstborn?
Consecrate every firstborn male to the Lord (Ex. 13:1–2).
What did Moses tell the people when they were afraid?
“Fear not, stand firm, and see the salvation of the Lord” (Ex. 14:13–14).
Why couldn’t the magicians copy the plague of lice?
It was by God’s power, not human magic.
What does the spotless lamb symbolize?
A perfect sacrifice; mercy through its blood.
What did the Israelites bake for food on the journey?
Unleavened cakes of dough (Ex. 12:39).
How were firstborn sons and animals redeemed?
Sacrifice a lamb for animals; redeem sons with payment (Ex. 13:12–13).
What happened to Pharaoh and his army?
The sea returned and covered them; not one survived (Ex. 14:26–28).
What did the plague of boils mock?
The god who protected health.
What were the main purposes of miracles in the Bible?
To confirm God’s Word and authority.
How long had the Israelites lived in Egypt before leaving?
430 years (Ex. 12:40–41).
What did this ceremony remind future generations of?
God’s deliverance of Israel from Egypt (Ex. 13:14–16).
How did God protect Israel from the Egyptians during the night?
The angel of God and the pillar of cloud moved between them (Ex. 14:19–20).
What made the death of the firstborn so devastating?
It destroyed Egypt’s hope and spirit; only affected a chosen group.
When do miracles occur according to Scripture?
When God establishes His authority or draws attention to His Word.