The final judgement on Egypt arrives. But even as the empire sinks down into the depths, God sends a wind over the earth, the water recedes, and a new creation is revealed.

The third cycle of judgement ends in darkness. Having completed the uncreation process, God prepares Egypt for his last act in the great drama.

The God of Israel defeats Pharaoh’s magicians, and makes a clear distinction between God’s people and Pharaoh’s people.