Five Views on the Exodus

The story of Israel’s exodus from Egypt is one of the most powerful and enduring accounts in all of Scripture—a foundational event for Judaism, Christianity, and beyond. But did it really happen, and if so, when?

In Five Views on the Exodus, leading scholars in biblical studies, Egyptology, and archaeology bring their expertise to one of the most hotly debated questions in biblical history. Each presents a well-argued perspective, along with constructive critiques of opposing views:

• Early Date (15th Century BC) – Scott Stripling

• Late Date (13th Century BC) – James K. Hoffmeier

• Hyksos Levite Exodus under Ramesses II – Peter Feinman

• Alternative Late Date (12th Century BC) – Gary A. Rendsburg

• Exodus as Cultural Memory – Ronald Hendel

Part of the trusted Counterpoints series, this volume provides readers with a balanced, fair-minded forum to explore the historical and theological significance of the Exodus.

Whether you’re a student, pastor, or thoughtful Christian seeking clarity, Five Views on the Exodus equips you to weigh the evidence, compare positions, and form an informed conviction about one of the Bible’s most pivotal events.