The document discusses Mark Trotter's view that the biblical story of the Exodus has universal meaning and relevance because it represents humanity's shared desire to overcome hardship and oppression and attain freedom. Specifically, the Exodus story symbolizes the human experiences of slavery, bondage, and difficulties, as well as the longing for liberation, freedom, and an improved life. As such, the story can unite all people regardless of their backgrounds, as everyone has faced some form of human constraints at some point in their lives.