2. Exodus: Moses' Life and the Liberation of the Israelites

Cover Moses' story, the plagues, the Exodus, and the giving of the Ten Commandments. Explore themes of liberation, law, and God's power. Use dramatic reenactments, on-location filming in Egypt, and panel discussions with theologians.

Exodus Reading Tracking Table

Exodus Portion Description Link Status Scripture Verses
Shemot Shemot, the first portion, tells of Moses' early life, his call to leadership, and the beginning of the Israelites' journey to freedom. Exodus 1:1-6:1 Shemot Not Read Exodus 1:1-6:1
Vaera Vaera, the second portion, details the first seven of the ten plagues that God inflicts upon Egypt. Exodus 6:2-9:35 Vaera Not Read Exodus 6:2-9:35
Bo Bo, the third portion, describes the last three plagues and the Israelites' preparation for the Exodus. Exodus 10:1-13:16 Bo Not Read Exodus 10:1-13:16
Beshalach Beshalach, the fourth portion, tells of the Israelites' journey through the Red Sea and their experiences in the wilderness. Exodus 13:17-17:16 Beshalach Not Read Exodus 13:17-17:16
Yitro Yitro, the fifth portion, focuses on the giving of the Ten Commandments at Mount Sinai. Exodus 18:1-20:23 Yitro Not Read Exodus 18:1-20:23
Mishpatim Mishpatim, the sixth portion, outlines various civil and ethical laws that the Israelites are to follow. Exodus 21:1-24:18 Mishpatim Not Read Exodus 21:1-24:18
Terumah Terumah, the seventh portion, details the instructions for the construction of the Tabernacle and its sacred vessels. Exodus 25:1-27:19 Terumah Not Read Exodus 25:1-27:19
Tetzaveh Tetzaveh, the eighth portion, describes the priestly garments and the ordination of the priests. Exodus 27:20-30:10 Tetzaveh Not Read Exodus 27:20-30:10
Ki Tisa Ki Tisa, the ninth portion, tells of the census, the instructions for the incense altar, and the incident of the Golden Calf. Exodus 30:11-34:35 Ki Tisa Not Read Exodus 30:11-34:35
Vayakhel Vayakhel, the tenth portion, describes the Israelites' contributions to and construction of the Tabernacle. Exodus 35:1-38:20 Vayakhel Not Read Exodus 35:1-38:20
Pekudei Pekudei, the eleventh portion, concludes the book of Exodus with the completion of the Tabernacle and the glory of the Lord filling it. Exodus 38:21-40:38 Pekudei Not Read Exodus 38:21-40:38