Exodus: A New Interpretation of an Epic Event

The book attempts to link the sparse chronological clues in the Pentateuch and the biblical Book of Exodus to the established and much more reliable chronology of Ancient Egypt, particularly the 18th Dynasty. It offers a hypothetical interpretation of the Biblical narrative, explaining miracles as natural phenomena. It discusses the religious reformation initiated by Pharaoh Akhnaton and the possible role of Moses and Aaron in promoting his reforms. The book also suggests that the natural events following the volcanic explosion of Thera may have been the basis for the plagues which assisted the escape from Egypt during the Exodus and the conquest and occupation of the `Promised Land`.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 184 pages
Publication date: 28 February 2021
Publisher: Troubador Publishing

The book is a captivating and informative read, particularly for those with an interest in the Hebrew Bible, also known as the 'Old Testament'. It does not require any commitment to a particular religion. The book aims to connect the sparse chronological clues found in the Pentateuch and the biblical Book of Exodus to the established and highly reliable chronology of Ancient Egypt, particularly during the 18th Dynasty. It offers a hypothetical interpretation of the Biblical narrative, explaining miracles as natural phenomena. The book also discusses the religious reformation initiated by Pharaoh Akhnaton during the 18th Dynasty and explores the possibility of Moses and Aaron engaging in subversive activity to promote Akhnaton's reforms.

In 1360 BCE, during the 18th Dynasty of Ancient Egypt, the Mediterranean island of Thera and its inhabitants were devastated by the eruption of a massive undersea volcano. The natural events that followed the volcanic explosion of Thera are suggested as the basis for the plagues that aided the Israelites during their escape from Egypt, leading to the Exodus and ultimately the conquest and occupation of the 'Promised Land'.

The identity of the Pharaoh of the Exodus remains a subject of debate among scholars. While modern archeology and contemporary hieroglyphs provide valuable insights, there is still no definitive consensus on this matter. The book explores these hypotheses and presents them in a hypothetical, informative, and plausible manner, promising a 'good read' for its readers.

Weight: 184g
Dimension: 129 x 198 x 15 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781800460423