0
Wiki User
∙ 16y agoDuring the time of Jeremiah after the fall of Jerusalem, the Israelites who remained were afraid Nebuchadnezzar would return. Ishmael had killed the Babylonian-appointed governor and it was feared retribution would follow.
Wiki User
∙ 10y agoThe Israelites didn't flee to Egypt; they traveled in an orderly manner with livestock, the elderly and infants, etc. The reason why they went there was because there was a famine in the Holy Land. Genesis ch.45-46.
Wiki User
∙ 13y agoI am going to answer this as simply as possible without dealing with any theological issues. (The story of the Israelites in Egypt,their Exodus, their wanderings and then their crossing to the promised land is found from Genesis to Joshua).
The Israelites were slaves for what is estimated around 400 years. They were in Egypt by way of famine (the story of Joseph, the son of Jacob being sold into slavery by his brothers and then being used and positioned after interpreting the dreams by the power of God for Pharaoh, as the 2nd to Pharaoh in command).
Their mindset after 400 years of captivity was that of slaves. They were treated harshly to say the least but they had "stability/routine," established communities on the outskirts of the city (Goshen), they had provision as Egypt was the major metropolis of it's time, many of them according to The Bible, although raised as Hebrews believing in the promise of God, turned to Idolatry because that was the norm to the culture in which they were enslaved to who were a polytheistic society. They had "visual gods."
When they were led out of Egypt by Moses, through the power of God it was all miracles, all power, all excitement, but approximately a month in, the honeymoon was over. They had to believe God, the one true God for all of their provision, which HE was faithful to deliver, but it was a place of "just enough," and not all of the variety they once seemed to remember.
They no longer had man made gods to look at but had to trust a God that was too Holy for them to look upon and would meet with Moses at the top of a mountain. They were typical "slaves" having to learn how to be "free" having to really walk out their faith, trust and take initiative to inherit the promised land.
They wanted everything delivered at the doorstep and yet they didn't want to be told what to do.
Wiki User
∙ 7y agoBecause of famine (Genesis ch.46).It was part of God's plan, since Egypt would be the "iron furnace" (Deuteronomy 4:20) in which the Israelites would be smelted, removing the dross, and would grow into a nation ready to receive God's Torah. See also:
Wiki User
∙ 12y agoThe Hebrew people went to Egypt in want of food, as there was a big famine in the land.
Wiki User
∙ 11y agoThey went there because of famine (Genesis ch.42 and 46).
Add your answer:
Earn +20 pts
Is it true Passover marks their independence of the Jews from the Romans?
No, passover has to do with the exodus of the Jews from Egypt about a thousand years before the Romans.No, passover has to do with the exodus of the Jews from Egypt about a thousand years before the Romans.No, passover has to do with the exodus of the Jews from Egypt about a thousand years before the Romans.No, passover has to do with the exodus of the Jews from Egypt about a thousand years before the Romans.No, passover has to do with the exodus of the Jews from Egypt about a thousand years before the Romans.No, passover has to do with the exodus of the Jews from Egypt about a thousand years before the Romans.No, passover has to do with the exodus of the Jews from Egypt about a thousand years before the Romans.No, passover has to do with the exodus of the Jews from Egypt about a thousand years before the Romans.No, passover has to do with the exodus of the Jews from Egypt about a thousand years before the Romans.
Do Arabs or Jews live in Egypt?
The overwhelming majority of Egypt is Arab. There used to be a small minority of Jews in Egypt, but they are basically gone now. Most Egyptian Jews live in Israel today.
Why is Egypt important to the history of Judaism?
only sinai important for the Jews but it is Egypt area . but Egypt is talked in the bible, but it is not mean this is holy country for the Jews .
Why did Cleopatra return to Egypt?
Egypt was Cleopatra's home. Its only natural that she would return to her home and her kingdom.
What area of land did Egypt exchange for during Egypt's agreement with Israel?
Israel agreed to return the Sinai Peninsula to Egypt in return for peace in 1979.
When the Pharaoh took control in Egypt the Jews became...?
The Jews became slaves.
Which country did Hebrews leave?
They left Israel to go to Egypt. They left Egypt to return to Israel. They left Israel to go to Babylon. They left Babylon to return to Israel. They left Israel and scattered among the entire world. Starting in the 19th Century, many have returned to Israel. 7 million Jews live there today.
Who is the person that lead the Jews out of Egypt?
Moses.
Does Egypt practice Judaism?
Egypt is a Muslim nation. Very few Jews live there.
Do Jews look for christ to return?
No.
Describe the agreement between Israel and Egypt after the Yom Kippur war?
In 1979 Israel agreed to return the Occupied Sinai Peninsula to Egypt in return for peace and recognition from Egypt.
What is the country of the Hebrews?
They left Israel to go to Egypt. They left Egypt to return to Israel. They left Israel to go to Babylon. They left Babylon to return to Israel. They left Israel and scattered among the entire world. Starting in the 19th Century, many have returned to Israel. 7 million Jews live there today.
