On the fifteenth day of the first month, on the day after the Passover, the Israelites set out from Rameses. They marched out defiantly in full view of all the Egyptians, On the fifteenth day of the first monthThis date marks a significant moment in the Hebrew calendar, known as Nisan 15. It is the day following the Passover, a pivotal event in Israelite history. The Passover commemorates God's deliverance of the Israelites from slavery in Egypt, as described in Exodus 12. This timing underscores the fulfillment of God's promise to Abraham regarding the liberation of his descendants ( Genesis 15:13-14). on the day after the Passover
The Passover is a foundational event for the Israelites, symbolizing God's protection and deliverance. It involved the sacrifice of a lamb and the marking of doorposts with its blood, prefiguring the sacrificial death of Jesus Christ, the Lamb of God (John 1:29). The day after Passover marks the beginning of the Exodus, a journey from bondage to freedom, paralleling the Christian journey from sin to salvation. the Israelites set out from Rameses
Rameses, identified with the city of Pi-Ramesses, was a significant location in the land of Goshen, where the Israelites lived. It was a center of Egyptian power and a symbol of their oppression. The departure from Rameses signifies a break from the past and the start of a new covenant relationship with God. Archaeological evidence suggests Rameses was a thriving city during the time traditionally associated with the Exodus. They marched out defiantly
The Israelites' defiant departure reflects their newfound freedom and God's victory over Pharaoh. This act of defiance is a testament to God's power and faithfulness, as He had promised to deliver them with a mighty hand (Exodus 6:1). It also serves as a reminder of the spiritual warfare believers face, standing firm in faith against the forces of darkness (Ephesians 6:10-18). in full view of all the Egyptians
The public nature of the Exodus demonstrated God's supremacy over the gods of Egypt and His ability to protect and lead His people. This event was a powerful witness to the Egyptians and other nations of God's sovereignty. It also foreshadows the public nature of Christ's resurrection, witnessed by many, affirming His victory over sin and death (1 Corinthians 15:3-8). Persons / Places / Events 1. RamesesA city in Egypt from which the Israelites began their exodus. It was a significant location as it marked the starting point of their journey to the Promised Land. 2. The IsraelitesThe descendants of Jacob, who were enslaved in Egypt and were led out by Moses under God's command. Their departure from Egypt is a pivotal event in their history. 3. The PassoverA Jewish festival commemorating the Israelites' deliverance from slavery in Egypt. It involved the sacrifice of a lamb and the marking of doorposts with its blood, symbolizing God's protection. 4. The EgyptiansThe people of Egypt who held the Israelites in bondage. Their witnessing of the Israelites' departure signifies God's power and fulfillment of His promise to deliver His people. 5. The ExodusThe mass departure of the Israelites from Egypt, marking the beginning of their journey to the Promised Land. It is a foundational event in Jewish and Christian history. Teaching Points God's FaithfulnessThe departure from Rameses demonstrates God's faithfulness in fulfilling His promises. Just as He delivered the Israelites, He is faithful to deliver us from our own "Egypts" or places of bondage. The Significance of ObedienceThe Israelites' obedience in observing the Passover was crucial for their deliverance. Our obedience to God's commands is essential for experiencing His blessings and protection. Triumphant LivingThe Israelites left Egypt "triumphantly," which signifies victory and freedom. As believers, we are called to live triumphantly in Christ, overcoming sin and walking in the freedom He provides. Public WitnessThe departure was witnessed by the Egyptians, serving as a testimony to God's power. Our lives should be a public witness to God's work in us, drawing others to Him. Bible Study Questions 1. How does the departure from Rameses symbolize God's deliverance in your own life? 2. In what ways can the observance of the Passover be seen as a precursor to the sacrifice of Jesus Christ? 3. How can we apply the concept of "triumphant living" in our daily walk with Christ? 4. What are some areas in your life where you need to exercise obedience to experience God's deliverance? 5. How can your life serve as a public witness to God's power and faithfulness to those around you? Connections to Other Scriptures Exodus 12Provides the detailed account of the Passover and the instructions given to the Israelites, highlighting the significance of their deliverance. Deuteronomy 16Discusses the observance of the Passover, reinforcing its importance as a perpetual reminder of God's deliverance. Hebrews 11Reflects on the faith of Moses and the Israelites, emphasizing their trust in God's promises during the Exodus. 1 Corinthians 5Paul refers to Christ as our Passover lamb, drawing a parallel between the deliverance from Egypt and salvation through Jesus. People Aaron, Abel, Arad, Egyptians, Gad, Geber, Israelites, Moses, Perez, Tahath, Terah, ZephonPlaces 0, Abarim, Abel-shittim, Abronah, Almon-diblathaim, Alush, Arad, Baal-zephon, Bene-jaakan, Beth-jeshimoth, Canaan, Dibon-gad, Dophkah, Edom, Egypt, Elim, Etham, Ezion-geber, Hahiroth, Haradah, Hashmonah, Hazeroth, Hor-haggidgad, Iye-abarim, Iyim, Jericho, Jordan River, Jotbathah, Kadesh-barnea, Kehelathah, Kibroth-hattaavah, Libnah, Makheloth, Marah, Migdol, Mithkah, Moab, Moseroth, Mount Hor, Mount Shepher, Nebo, Negev, Oboth, Pi-hahiroth, Punon, Rameses, Red Sea, Rephidim, Rimmon-perez, Rissah, Rithmah, Sinai, Succoth, Tahath, Terah, Zalmonah, ZinTopics Boldly, Departed, Egyptians, Fifteenth, Full, Journey, Journeyed, Marched, Month, Morrow, Passover, Power, Rameses, Ram'eses, Sight, Sons, Started, Traveled, Triumphantly, ViewDictionary of Bible Themes Numbers 33:3 8202 boldness Numbers 33:3-48 7222 exodus, events of Library Some Miscellaneous Matters Belonging to the Country About Jericho.
Let us begin from the last encampings of Israel beyond Jordan. Numbers 33:49: "They encamped near Jordan from Beth-jeshimoth unto Abel-shittim."--"From Beth-jeshimoth to Abel-shittim were twelve miles." It is a most received opinion among the Jews, that the tents of the Israelites in the wilderness contained a square of twelve miles. So the Targum of Jonathan, upon Number 2:2; "The encamping of Israel was twelve miles in length, and twelve miles in breadth." And the Gemarists say, "It is forbidden …
John Lightfoot—From the Talmud and HebraicaArbel. Shezor. Tarnegola the Upper.
"Arbel a city of Galilee."--There is mention of it in Hosea 10:14. But there are authors which do very differently interpret that place, viz. the Chaldee paraphrast, R. Solomon, Kimchi: consult them. It was between Zippor and Tiberias. Hence Nittai the Arbelite, who was president with Josua Ben Perahiah. The valley of Arbel is mentioned by the Talmudists. So also "The Arbelite Bushel." "Near Zephath in Upper Galilee was a town named Shezor, whence was R. Simeon Shezori: there he was buried. There …
John Lightfoot—From the Talmud and Hebraica Christ the Water of Life.
"Jesus answered and said unto her, Every one that drinketh of this water shall thirst again: but whosoever drinketh of the water that I shall give him shall never thirst; but the water that I shall give him shall become in him a well of water springing up unto eternal life" (John iv. 13, 14). "Now on the last day, the great day of the feast, Jesus stood and cried, saying, If any man thirst, let him come unto me, and drink" (John vii. 37). "And did all drink the same spiritual drink: for they drank …
Frank G. Allen—Autobiography of Frank G. Allen, Minister of the Gospel Grace Abounding to the Chief of Sinners:
A BRIEF AND FAITHFUL RELATION OF THE EXCEEDING MERCY OF GOD IN CHRIST TO HIS POOR SERVANT, JOHN BUNYAN; WHEREIN IS PARTICULARLY SHOWED THE MANNER OF HIS CONVERSION, HIS SIGHT AND TROUBLE FOR SIN, HIS DREADFUL TEMPTATIONS, ALSO HOW HE DESPAIRED OF GOD'S MERCY, AND HOW THE LORD AT LENGTH THROUGH CHRIST DID DELIVER HIM FROM ALL THE GUILT AND TERROR THAT LAY UPON HIM. Whereunto is added a brief relation of his call to the work of the ministry, of his temptations therein, as also what he hath met with …
John Bunyan—The Works of John Bunyan Volumes 1-3 Kadesh. Rekam, and that Double. Inquiry is Made, Whether the Doubling it in the Maps is Well Done.
The readers of the eastern interpreters will observe, that Kadesh is rendered by all Rekam, or in a sound very near it. In the Chaldee, it is 'Rekam': in the Syriac, 'Rekem': in the Arabic, 'Rakim'... There are two places noted by the name Rekam in the very bounds of the land,--to wit, the southern and eastern: that is, a double Kadesh. I. Of Kadesh, or Rekam, in the south part, there is no doubt. II. Of it, in the eastern part, there is this mention: "From Rekam to the east, and Rekam is as the …
John Lightfoot—From the Talmud and Hebraica The Section Chap. I. -iii.
The question which here above all engages our attention, and requires to be answered, is this: Whether that which is reported in these chapters did, or did not, actually and outwardly take place. The history of the inquiries connected with this question is found most fully in Marckius's "Diatribe de uxore fornicationum," Leyden, 1696, reprinted in the Commentary on the Minor Prophets by the same author. The various views may be divided into three classes. 1. It is maintained by very many interpreters, …
Ernst Wilhelm Hengstenberg—Christology of the Old Testament Peaceable Principles and True: Or, a Brief Answer to Mr. D'Anver's and Mr. Paul's Books against My Confession of Faith, and Differences in Judgment About Baptism no Bar to Communion.
WHEREIN THEIR SCRIPTURELESS NOTIONS ARE OVERTHROWN, AND MY PEACEABLE PRINCIPLES STILL MAINTAINED. 'Do ye indeed speak righteousness, O congregation? do ye judge uprightly, O ye sons of men?'--Psalm 58:1 SIR, I have received and considered your short reply to my differences in judgment about water baptism no bar to communion; and observe, that you touch not the argument at all: but rather labour what you can, and beyond what you ought, to throw odiums upon your brother for reproving you for your error, …
John Bunyan—The Works of John Bunyan Volumes 1-3 In Death and after Death
A sadder picture could scarcely be drawn than that of the dying Rabbi Jochanan ben Saccai, that "light of Israel" immediately before and after the destruction of the Temple, and for two years the president of the Sanhedrim. We read in the Talmud (Ber. 28 b) that, when his disciples came to see him on his death-bed, he burst into tears. To their astonished inquiry why he, "the light of Israel, the right pillar of the Temple, and its mighty hammer," betrayed such signs of fear, he replied: "If I were …
Alfred Edersheim—Sketches of Jewish Social Life Numbers
Like the last part of Exodus, and the whole of Leviticus, the first part of Numbers, i.-x. 28--so called,[1] rather inappropriately, from the census in i., iii., (iv.), xxvi.--is unmistakably priestly in its interests and language. Beginning with a census of the men of war (i.) and the order of the camp (ii.), it devotes specific attention to the Levites, their numbers and duties (iii., iv.). Then follow laws for the exclusion of the unclean, v. 1-4, for determining the manner and amount of restitution …
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