Theologians and historians provide insights into the amazing life of Moses, including his roles as a prophet and prince, in this enlightening documentary series.
Testament: The Story of Moses
- Director: Benjamin Ross
- Cast: Charles Dance, Clarke Peters, Avi Azulay, Dominique Tipper, Mehmet Kurtuluş, Ishai Golan, Raymonde Amsellem, Tülay Günal
- Writer: Benjamin Ross, Kieron Quirke, Lindsay Shapero
- Genres: Drama Programmes, Historical Documentaries, Docuseries, US TV Programmes, Docudramas
- This programme is: Inspiring
- Maturity rating:U/A 13+ gore, mature themes, violence, Suitable for persons aged 13 and above and under parental guidance for people under the age of 13
The story of Moses is a profound and timeless narrative that holds great significance in various religious and cultural traditions. Let me recount this remarkable tale for you:
Birth and Early Life: Moses was born during a time when the Israelites were enslaved in Egypt. His mother, fearing for his life, placed him in a basket and set it adrift on the Nile River. The daughter of Pharaoh discovered the baby and raised him as her own. Despite his privileged upbringing, Moses remained connected to his Hebrew heritage.
The Burning Bush: As an adult, Moses witnessed an Egyptian taskmaster abusing an Israelite slave. Filled with righteous anger, he killed the taskmaster and fled into the wilderness. A flaming bush that was spared from the flames was encountered by Moses when he was tending sheep close to Mount Horeb, also called Sinai. From the bush, God revealed His identity to him: “I AM WHO I AM.”
Moses was chosen by God to lead the Israelis out of Egypt and face Pharaoh.
The Exodus and the Plagues: Moses confronted Pharaoh and asked that the Israelites be freed. Ten horrible plagues devastated Egypt as a result of Pharaoh’s refusal.
The firstborn sons perished in the last plague, but the Israelites were saved because they had painted lamb’s blood on their doorposts.
At last, Pharaoh gave in, and Moses led the Israelites out of Egypt.
The Red Sea Parting: The Israelites arrived at the Red Sea during their flight. When Moses lifted his staff in response to Pharaoh’s troops following them, the sea miraculously split, enabling the people to cross without incident.
The floods closed and engulfed Pharaoh’s men, drowning them.
dying off.
The Ten Commandments: God gave Moses the Ten Commandments personally on Mount Sinai. For the Israelites, these commandments served as the cornerstone of moral and ethical values.
Wandering in the Wilderness: The Israelites endured hardships and difficulties during their forty-year desert wandering. Even in the worst of circumstances, Moses continued to lead them.
Moses’s Death: Because of a brief act of disobedience, Moses was prevented from entering the Promised Land despite his leadership. He saw it from a distance and then he was gone.
After Moses’ death, Joshua led the Israelites into Canaan.