Was the story of the Israelites fleeing Egypt after years of slavery history or myth? ... Was there really a leader named Moses, and did he guide this "mixed multitude" for 40 years in the wilderness of the Sinai desert? Passover is the Jewish festival that celebrates the flight of the Israelites out of Egypt. read more
There seems to be a lack of evidence of any sort supporting the story. The Exodus did take place and one single unknown fact stamps it as authentic. read more
Clues and speculations abound regarding alleged items of evidence discovered for the Exodus, and nearly all have their champions and detractors. read more
Clues to Israelite presence in Egypt. Conclusively, Semitic slaves there were. However, critics argue there's no archaeological evidence of a Semitic tribe worshiping Yahweh in Egypt. Because of the muddy conditions of the East Delta, almost no papyri have survived – but those that did, may provide further clues in the search for the lost Israelites. read more