Exodus

Explore how the biblical story of Hagar and Ishmael resonates through the history of Israel, shaping its path and identity.

Today in History: On this day, 72 years ago, the Exodus ship was turned away from Israel's shores back to Germany.

Discover how recent archaeological finds continue to affirm the stories told in the Torah. Watch the video for an in-depth look into these compelling pieces of evidence.

Aviram Paz collects Haggadahs of Jewish soldiers, refugees, concentration camp survivors, and fighters in besieged cities during the War of Independence. Haggadahs in which readers deeply identified with the Exodus from Egypt and also hoped for redemption.

Jewish tradition has preserved the memory of the Exodus in writing and orally for generations.

When the firstborn heard of the impending plague upon Egypt, they demanded their fathers allow the Israelites to leave. The fathers refused, leading the firstborn to battle and kill 600,000 of them.