Who Is Moses?

Within the religion of Judaism, the prophet Moses is a central and important figure. He is credited for leading the Hebrews out of Eygpt. The story of Moses and his achievements appears in the book of Exodus, where he is best known as the child whose mother sent down the Nile River in a wicker basket, only to find refuge with the daughter of a pharaoh, who is said to have heard the child's cries.

The early life of Moses

Although his mother sent him down the river, it was not the last time she was to see him; she somehow managed to get the daughter of the pharaoh to give her a position as the child's nanny. After he grew up under the care of the Egyptians, he later went off to find his own people again, the Hebrews.

God speaks to Moses

It was during this time, after he left Egypt, that it is said that God spoke to him, giving him orders and entrusting him with the 10 Commandments. Upon his return to Egypt, to obtain the release of his people from servitude to the pharaoh, he performed many miracles, including the parting of the Red Sea, among other things. Moses is credited with saving his people from the wrath of God as well, though he himself was punished and denied entrance to the promised land.

The history of the life of Moses is full of wonder and articles of faith. An important figure in the Judaic religion, his life is much chronicled and he is revered as a prophet who was blessed with the ability to have God speak through him for the benefit of his people.