On this episode of The Hillsdale College Online Courses Podcast, Kyle and Juan discuss the unique challenge presented by the plagues and the question of monotheism before introducing Justin Jackson.

Exodus is central to the Old Testament and the Gospels. It tells the story of God reclaiming His people. This literary study of the Book of Exodus examines man’s relationship to God, God’s mercy toward man, and the nature of human freedom.

The plagues show God’s ability to bring death and suffering to Pharaoh and the Egyptians. Pharaoh repents, but then again hardens his heart.