The Land of Israel's Slavery.

One of the earliest great powers of the ancient world, Egypt features frequently in the Bible. The history of Egypt is widely known and understood, and it is used as the basis of reference for establishing the dating of early history. Nonetheless there are some uncertainties and inconsistencies in Egyptian chronology, and it is difficult to relate Egyptian dating to other contemporary historical accounts, particularly to the Bible.

Egypt was a powerful nation in the Nile delta, and at times conquered surrounding nations. Its power lay in its ability to grow wheat abundantly in the fertile Nile valley to feed itself and other nations. Egypt was defeated by the Assyrians, but rose to prominence again within the Roman Empire. The city of Alexandria on the Nile delta became an early seat of learning for the Christian Church.

Egypt was a great nation at the time that Abraham left Chaldea, and he found refuge there from famine (see Genesis 12:10), as did also his descendants (see Genesis 46:1-3). In Egypt the family of Israel grew into a very large community, and God brought them out under Moses into their own land. When Israel had become a settled nation in the land of Canaan, the Israelites frequently found themselves allied to Egypt (see 1 Kings 9:16) against more powerful nations to the north, although this was contrary to God's instructions. There were also occasions when they joined an alliance against Egypt (see 2 Kings 23:29-30). Egypt is referred to in the Bible as a godless place, and as a nation not to be depended upon for help (see Isaiah 31).

Earth
Ecclesia
Egypt
Elder
Elect, Election
Elohim
Everlasting
Evidence
Evil
Evil Spirit
  1. Bodily illness or disability, or mental affliction
  2. Jealousy, anger, or violence
  3. Suspicion and hatred
Exile
Exodus