The Song of Moses and Miriam (Exodus 15: 1-27)

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Title: The Song of Moses and Miriam: 

Introduction: (Exodus 15: 1-19)

After every spiritual victory, there is often a challenging situation. Exodus 15 follows the monumental event of the Exodus from Egypt, which is considered a mountain peak in the Old Testament and Judaism. The song is divided into three stanzas..

The First Stanza.

The first stanza (verses 1-6) focuses on praising the Lord for His triumph and deliverance.  The name of the Lord is emphasized, highlighting His known identity compared to ancient pagan religions.

The Second stanza.

The second stanza (verses 7-11) emphasizes the destruction of the Egyptians in the Red Sea and praises the Lord's power and holiness.

The Third stanza.

The third stanza (verses 12-19) anticipates future challenges, expressing confidence in the Lord's ability to conquer them.  The conclusion affirms the Lord's eternal reign and recounts the drowning of Pharaoh's army.

The Dance (Exodus 15:20-21):

Miriam, the prophetess and sister of Aaron, leads the women in a joyful dance after the song. This marks the first mention of a woman as a prophet in the Bible, challenging the notion of women as second-class citizens. The dance celebrates the Lord's triumph and victory over Pharaoh's army.

Bitter Waters Made Sweet (Exodus 15:22-25):

After the song and dance, Moses leads the Israelites into the Wilderness of Shur. After three days without water, they arrive at Marah, but the water there is bitter and undrinkable. The people complain, but Moses cries out to the Lord for help. The Lord shows Moses a tree that, when cast into the water, makes it sweet and drinkable.

Conclusion:

The episode highlights the power of praise and worship, the inclusion of women in leadership roles, and the provision of God in challenging situations.  The song and dance serve as expressions of gratitude and faith in the Lord's deliverance. The transformation of bitter water into sweet water demonstrates God's ability to provide solutions to difficult circumstances.

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