This book of Exodus is the epic story of the birth of Israel as a nation. J.P. Hyatt's verse-by-verse commentary includes excursus on such points as the origin of Mosaic Yahwism, the site and manner of the crossing of the Red Sea, and the location of Mount Sinai. Also included are a full introduction, an appendix on the natural explanation of the plagues and a map of the traditional route of the Exodus and alternative routes.