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Priests of On
Egyptian priests from the city of On, possibly involved in religious conflict.
minor
Also known as the priests of On
First appearance: moses
Priests of On shows up with force in Chapter II. The page is where that presence becomes real.
They draw near to lay hands on Moses and administer the oath; they grow pale with fear when he refuses.
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- Diverse biblical, historical, and symbolic characters
- Exodus narrative figures
- Egyptian and patriarchal figures
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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.
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- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
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