Exodus

The Exodus, as read in the Bible is the departure of the Hebrews from Egypt, and their wanderings. According to the Bible, they escaped Egyptian captivity and returned to Canaan, the land of their fathers. It is said they were able to escape with the help of God, because they were a People of God. Exodus is the foundation of the Jewish holiday, the Passover. "Exodus" in Greek means "the departure from Egypt".