Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: • H3318 יָצָא (yatsa) • to go out, come out, exit
• H4161 מוֹצָא (motsa) • a going forth, exit, source
• H4672 מָצָא (matsa) • to find, attain, secure

These Hebrew terms share thematic elements with ἔξοδος, emphasizing the act of leaving or departing, whether in a physical, spiritual, or metaphorical sense.

Usage: The word ἔξοδος is used in the New Testament to describe significant departures or transitions. It appears in contexts that can denote both literal and figurative exits.

Context: The Greek term ἔξοδος is notably used in the New Testament to describe pivotal moments of transition or departure. In Luke 9:31, it refers to the "departure" of Jesus, which He was about to accomplish at Jerusalem, indicating His impending death and the fulfillment of His mission. The term is also used in Hebrews 11:22, where it describes the "exodus" of the Israelites from Egypt, highlighting the faith of Joseph in God's promise to deliver His people.

The use of ἔξοδος in these contexts underscores the concept of a divinely orchestrated transition, whether it be the physical departure of the Israelites from bondage or the spiritual and redemptive departure of Jesus through His death and resurrection. The term encapsulates the idea of moving from one state of existence to another, often with a sense of divine purpose and fulfillment of prophecy.

In a broader theological sense, ἔξοδος can symbolize the believer's journey from the bondage of sin to the freedom found in Christ, echoing the historical exodus narrative as a type of spiritual deliverance.