The Ipuwer Papyrus Archaeologists have uncovered surprising evidence that matches the 10 plagues of Egypt—without using the Bible. A 3,000-year-old Egyptian scroll called the Ipuwer Papyrus describes a period of extreme chaos and suffering in ancient Egypt, similar to the Exodus plagues. Exodus 7:1-5 The LORD answered Moses, “You are to speak all that I command you, and tell Pharaoh to let the Israelites go out of his land. But I will harden Pharaoh’s heart, and though I will multiply My signs and wonders in the land of Egypt, Pharaoh will not listen to you. Then I will lay My hand on Egypt, and by mighty acts of judgment I will bring the divisions of My people the Israelites out of the land of Egypt. And the Egyptians will know that I am the LORD.” 
Famine and Suffering:
The papyrus describes widespread famine, barren fields, and a lack of basic necessities, highlighting the severe suffering experienced by the Egyptian people. (Exodus 9: the 5th plague against livestock and the 7th plague of hail destroyed the food sources of Egypt. Also, the 8th plague of locusts.)
Social Breakdown:
The text mentions servants rebelling against their masters, maidservants wearing valuable jewelry, and the wealthy losing their homes, indicating a breakdown of social hierarchies and respect for authority. (Exodus 12:35 Furthermore, the Israelites acted on Moses’ word and asked the Egyptians for articles of silver and gold, and for clothing... In this way they plundered the Egyptians.) The Nile River as Blood:
A key detail in the papyrus is the Nile River being described as blood, which parallels the second plague described in the Book of Exodus. (Exodus 7:20 Moses and Aaron did just as the LORD had commanded; in the presence of Pharaoh and his officials, Aaron raised the staff and struck the water of the Nile, and all the water was turned to blood.)
A World Upturned:
The Ipuwer Papyrus portrays the chaos of a world turned upside down, with the poor becoming rich, the rich becoming poor, and a general breakdown of social order. The papyrus also mentions death of many people and a lack of respect for authority. (Exodus 10:7 Pharaoh’s officials asked him, “How long will this man Moses be a snare to us? Let the people go, so they may worship the LORD their God. Do you not yet realize that Egypt lies in ruins?”) 
Some scholars believe the Ipuwer Papyrus may be an Egyptian version or recollection of the Exodus narrative, offering a non-biblical perspective on these events.
Such confirmation of the Bible through archaeology is an encouraging find for Jews and Christians. It is also a sign for unbelievers, that God’s Word is true. 
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