The Life & Times of Moses (Biography from Ancient Civilizations)

Whiting, Jim

ISBN 10: 1584153407 ISBN 13: 9781584153405

Publisher: Mitchell Lane Pub Inc, 2005

Synopsis

Moses is probably the most important figure in the Old Testament of the Bible. Born into a Hebrew family, he was rescued from a cruel death and raised in the court of the Pharaoh. But after killing an Egyptian, he fled into the desert.Many years later, God appeared to him in the form of a burning bush. He ordered Moses to go back to Egypt and lead the Hebrews out of bondage and into the Promised Land. It wasn't easy. The Hebrews spent many years wandering in the desert, during which time Moses received the Ten Commandments twice. He smashed the stone tablets on which they were inscribed the first time because the Hebrews had begun worshiping a golden calf during his absence. Despite all the difficulties and the dangers, Moses' determined leadership finally brought his people to the Promised Land. He died before he could accompany his fellow Hebrews into their new home.

About this title

About the Author:

Jim Whiting has been a journalist, writer, editor, and photographer for more than 20 years. In addition to a lengthy stint as publisher of Northwest Runner magazine, Mr. Whiting has contributed articles to the Seattle Times, Conde Nast Traveler, Newsday, and Saturday Evening Post. He has edited more than 100 Mitchell Lane titles in several series. A great lover of classical music and ancient history, he has written many books for young adults, including The Life and Times of Augustus Caesar and The Life and Times of Nero (Mitchell Lane). He lives in Washington state with his wife and two teenage sons.

About this edition

• Publisher: Mitchell Lane Pub Inc
• Publication date: 2005
• ISBN 10: 1584153407
• ISBN 13: 9781584153405
• Binding: Library Binding
• Number of pages: 48