Exodus: Commentaries on the Pentateuch

Commentaries on the Pentateuch #2

by Rousas John Rushdoony

Essentailly, all of mankind is on some sort of exodus. However, the path of fallen man is vastly different from that of the righteous. Apart from Jesus Christ and His atoning work, the exodus of a fallen humanity means only a further descent from sin into death. But in Christ, the exodus is now a glorious ascent into the justice and dominion of the everlasting Kingdom of God. Therefore, if we are to better understand the gracious provisions made for us in the "promised land" of the New Covenant, a thorough examination into the historic path of Israel as described in the book of Exodus is essential.

Genres: Theology

592 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 2004

About the author

Rousas John Rushdoony was a Calvinist philosopher, historian, and theologian and is widely credited as the father of both Christian Reconstructionism and the modern homeschool movement. His prolific writings have exerted considerable influence on the Christian right.

Reviews

[Jimmy · Rating 4 out of 5]

I don’t know if I should categorize this Bible commentary on Exodus an expositional, a specialized commentary (with attention to details from understanding of Exodus) or even a devotional commentary. The author Rushdoony goes over the book of Exodus section by section and gives readers helpful insights. In particular I enjoyed his look at Old Testament case Laws. Even if one does not subscribe to everything Rushdoony has to say about the law of God still I think he does present great observations of how people back in Old Covenant would have obeyed and carried out God’s laws. Sometimes modern readers easily gloss over the second half of Exodus but with writers like Rushdoony makes me think longer about the law.
The commentary took 124 chapters to look at Exodus. What a feat! The first 57 chapters are the historical narrative of Exodus 1-19. The rest covers Exodus 20 onwards. As a constructive criticism I must say Rushdoony does go from time to time on tangents that are political but not necessarily driven from the immediate passage.

[Michael · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a great companion. Lots of great gems. The last couple chapters are absolutely fantastic.

[Jennifer · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another excellent commentary. Just as good as the one on Genesis. Highly recommended for Bible study and increasing your understanding.

[Scott Guillory · Rating 4 out of 5]

Excellent.

[Isaac · Rating 4 out of 5]

This commentary (and all five in this series) are very valuable as accompanying commentaries in your studies on the books of the Pentateuch. You won't find thorough exegetical handling of the texts (which is bread and butter for commentaries), but you will find insight and commentary which pushes your thinking outside of the box and allows you to see some things that you wouldn't otherwise see. Thought provoking and useful. You won't agree with everything Rushdoony says, but you'll never get bored with him that's for sure. I always consult Rushdoony when I'm studying or preaching from books in the Pentateuch.