Topical Encyclopedia Moses, one of the most pivotal figures in biblical history, was born during a time of great peril for the Israelites in Egypt. The narrative of his discovery and adoption by Pharaoh's daughter is a testament to God's providence and the unfolding of His divine plan for the deliverance of His people.Historical Context The Israelites had been living in Egypt since the time of Joseph, but as their numbers grew, a new Pharaoh arose who did not know Joseph. Fearing the burgeoning population of the Israelites, Pharaoh enslaved them and ordered the death of all newborn Hebrew boys to curb their growth (Exodus 1:8-22). It was during this oppressive period that Moses was born to Amram and Jochebed, both of the tribe of Levi. The Birth and Concealment of Moses Moses' mother, Jochebed, defied Pharaoh's edict by hiding her son for three months. When she could no longer conceal him, she crafted a basket of papyrus, coated it with tar and pitch, and placed the infant Moses among the reeds along the bank of the Nile River (Exodus 2:1-3). This act of faith and desperation set the stage for divine intervention. Discovery by Pharaoh's Daughter Pharaoh's daughter, whose name is not mentioned in the biblical text, came down to bathe at the Nile. As she and her maidens walked along the riverbank, she noticed the basket among the reeds and sent her maid to retrieve it. Upon opening the basket, she found the crying infant and was moved with compassion, recognizing him as one of the Hebrew children (Exodus 2:5-6). Adoption and Divine Providence Despite the decree of her father, Pharaoh's daughter chose to adopt the child. In a providential turn of events, Moses' sister, Miriam, who had been watching from a distance, approached Pharaoh's daughter and offered to find a Hebrew woman to nurse the child. Pharaoh's daughter agreed, and Miriam brought Jochebed, Moses' own mother, to nurse him. Thus, Moses was raised in his early years by his biological family, instilling in him the faith and heritage of the Hebrews (Exodus 2:7-9). When the child grew older, Jochebed brought him to Pharaoh's daughter, and he became her son. She named him Moses, saying, "I drew him out of the water" (Exodus 2:10). This name, meaning "drawn out," foreshadowed Moses' future role in drawing the Israelites out of Egypt. Significance in Biblical Narrative The adoption of Moses by Pharaoh's daughter is a critical juncture in the biblical narrative. It highlights the sovereignty of God in orchestrating events for the preservation and eventual deliverance of His people. Moses' unique upbringing in the Egyptian court equipped him with the knowledge and skills necessary for his future leadership role, while his early years with his Hebrew family ensured his connection to his people and their God. This episode underscores the theme of God's faithfulness and His ability to use unexpected means and individuals to fulfill His purposes. Moses' life, beginning with his miraculous preservation, serves as a powerful reminder of God's providential care and the unfolding of His redemptive plan for humanity. Nave's Topical Index Exodus 2:5-10And the daughter of Pharaoh came down to wash herself at the river; and her maidens walked along by the river's side; and when she saw the ark among the flags, she sent her maid to fetch it. Nave's Topical Index Library Faustus Objects to the Incarnation of God on the Ground that the ... In the Beginning God Made the Heaven and the Earth. The Sovereignty of God in Operation Of the Agreement of the Evangelists Matthew and Luke in the ... The Book of Jubilees The Reaction against Egypt Marks of a True Conversion The Nations of the South-East The Iranian Conquest The Hebrews and the Philistines --Damascus Resources Who was Moses' wife? Did Moses have more than one wife? | GotQuestions.orgWhat can we learn from the relationship of Moses and Aaron? | GotQuestions.org Why does Moses have horns in some ancient statues / sculptures? | GotQuestions.org Moses: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Subtopics Iconoclasm: Destroyed by Moses Moses is a Herdsman for Jethro in the Desert of Horeb Moses with Aaron Assembles the Leaders of Israel Moses with his Wife and Sons, he Leaves Jethro to Perform his Mission in Egypt Moses: A Levite and Son of Amram Moses: Appoints Joshua As his Successor Moses: Benedictions of Last Benediction Upon the Twelve Tribes Moses: Benedictions of Upon the People Moses: Character of Called the Man of God Moses: Character of Complainings of Moses: Character of God Spoke To, As a Man to his Friend Moses: Character of Impatience of Moses: Character of Magnanimity of, Toward Eldad and Medad Moses: Character of Magnified of God Moses: Character of Meekness of Moses: Character of Obedience of Moses: Character of Respected and Feared Moses: Character of Unaspiring Moses: Commissioned As Leader of the Israelites Moses: Composes a Song for the People of Israel on Their Deliverance from Pharaoh Moses: Crosses the Red Sea; Pharaoh and his Army are Destroyed Moses: Discovered and Adopted by the Daughter of Pharaoh Moses: Has the Vision of the Burning Bush Moses: Hidden in a Small Basket Moses: His Controversy With his Wife on Account of Circumcision Moses: His Loyalty to his Race Moses: His Rod Miraculously Turned Into a Serpent, and his Hand Was Made Leprous, and Then Restored Moses: Institutes a System of Government Moses: Jealousy of Aaron and Miriam Toward Moses: Joined by his Family in the Wilderness Moses: Joins Himself to Jethro, Priest of Midian Moses: Learned in all the Wisdom of Egypt Moses: Meets Aaron in the Wilderness Moses: Mourning For, Thirty Days in the Plains of Moab Moses: Not Permitted to Enter Canaan, But Views the Land from Atop Mount Pisgah Moses: People Complain Against Moses and Aaron Moses: Present With Jesus on the Mount of Transfiguration Moses: Rebellion of Korah, Dathan, and Abiram Against Moses: Receives Comfort and Assurance from the Lord Moses: Rejected by Pharaoh; Hardships of the Israelites Increased Moses: Renews his Appeal to Pharaoh Moses: Reproves Aaron For: Irregularity in the offerings Moses: Reproves Aaron For: Making the Golden Calf Moses: Secures the Deliverance of the People and Leads Them out of Egypt Moses: Takes the Life of an Egyptian Taskmaster Moses: Under Divine Direction Brings Plagues Upon the Land of Egypt Mutiny: Israelites Against Moses Related Terms Kibroth-hattaavah (5 Occurrences) |
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