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The Family of Abraham: Part 3—Exodus from Egypt and the Departure of Lot

Alastair Roberts

The Family of Abraham: Part 3—Exodus from Egypt and the Departure of Lot

March 6, 2019
Alastair Roberts
Alastair Roberts

In the third part of my study of the story of Abraham and his family, I discuss Abram's sojourn in the land of Egypt, his journeys in Canaan, and his separation from Lot.

I have discussed some of the themes raised in this video in my book Echoes of Exodus: https://amzn.to/2EyoxGA

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