Exodus and Wilderness

Moses

Prophet and Lawgiver

Leader who delivered Israel from Egypt and received the Law at Sinai.

Moses is one of the most significant figures in the Bible, serving as prophet, lawgiver, and leader of the Israelites during their exodus from Egypt and journey through the wilderness. Born during Egypt's oppression of the Hebrews and raised in Pharaoh's household, Moses later encountered God at the burning bush and was commissioned to deliver his people. Through him, God performed mighty signs and wonders, gave the Ten Commandments, and established the covenant relationship with Israel.

Books Featured In

Exodus
Leviticus
Numbers
Deuteronomy

Timeline

1526 BC

Born in Egypt

1486 BC

Flees to Midian

1446 BC

Burning Bush Encounter

1446 BC

Exodus from Egypt

1445 BC

Law given at Sinai

1406 BC

Death on Mount Nebo

Key Events

The Burning Bush

Moses encountered God in a bush that burned but was not consumed, where he received his call to lead Israel out of Egypt.

Exodus 3-4

The Exodus

After God sent ten plagues on Egypt, Moses led the Israelites out of slavery through the miraculously parted Red Sea.

Exodus 7-14

Receiving the Law

On Mount Sinai, Moses received the Ten Commandments and other laws from God, establishing the covenant with Israel.

Exodus 19-24

Wilderness Leadership

For forty years, Moses led Israel through the wilderness, where they received manna, water from rock, and God's guidance.

Exodus 16-17, Numbers

Lessons We Can Learn

God equips those He calls

Faithful leadership through adversity

Intimate communion with God

Obedience to divine instruction

Intercessory prayer for others