Exodus is arguably the greatest story ever told in Middle East and Western history.

The plight of Jewish slaves in Pharaoh's Egypt and their spectacular escape to the promised land is an inspiring story that has been told in many ways.

But is it just Judaism's religious narrative?

Is there any historical or archaeological evidence?

How did the terrible conflict between the Jews and the Palestinians happen?

Why is this conflict between Israel and the Palestinians so intractable?

Given the tragic history of both the Israeli and the Palestinian peoples in the region, they should realize that they are basically one people with very similar and intertwined heritage and Abrahamic religious beliefs; and should make the necessary decision to stop the constant self-justifications, recriminations, toxic accusations and wars.

They should quickly end this terrible tragedy for both their peoples once and for all.