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God brings the final three plagues on the Egyptians; the Israelites leave Egypt and receive the commandment to observe Passover.

Like the Israelites, modern Jews face the challenge of responsibly establishing new guidelines and directions for the Jewish community.

Just as the introduction of God's new name represents a shift in our relationship with God, our different names and titles also symbolize different relationships and interactions.

Through Moses and Aaron, God brings plagues on the Egyptians, and Pharaoh repeatedly refuses to allow the Israelites to leave.

Moses and Aaron play complementary roles in communicating God's message of redemption to both the Children of Israel and to Pharaoh.

Moses' complaint and God's response teach us that despite our doubts, we can and should work to accomplish our unique missions in life.

A clash illustrates the fundamental differences between paganism and monotheism.

Marking their doorposts with blood, the Israelites took the first step toward redemption, that of naming themselves as oppressed and determined to break free.

As the Israelites transition from being servants of Pharaoh to servants of God, they acknowledge that God will instruct them in how to best serve God.

The different miracles performed before the Israelites and before the Egyptians symbolize the different messages communicated to each group.