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Egyptian vs. Biblical Creation
- The Egyptian creation narrative parallels the biblical one, but with different implications.
- Pharaoh, as God's representative, maintains order against chaos, unlike the biblical God who speaks order.
Goshen's Fertility
- Israelites settled in Goshen, the most fertile land, highlighting God's initial blessing.
- This contrasts with the common image of Israelites suffering in the desert.
Israelites' Assimilation
- Israelites initially prospered in Egypt, working middle-class jobs with weekends.
- However, they gradually adopted the Egyptian narrative and its idols, leading to their eventual oppression.