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Moses rescued from the Nile, 1704 (engraving)
CUL4862160 Moses rescued from the Nile, 1704 (engraving) by German School, (18th century); Biblioteca Nacional, Madrid, Spain; (add.info.: MOSES (13th C. BC). Hebrew prophet and legislator of the Old Testament. Moses rescued from the Nile. Illustration of the "Biblia Sacra". Edited in Frankfurt in 1704. Madrid. National Library); Photo © JBP/AIC
Media ID 31721790
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This engraving, titled "Moses rescued from the Nile" transports us back to ancient times and depicts a pivotal moment in biblical history. Created by an anonymous German artist of the 18th century, this artwork is housed in the Biblioteca Nacional in Madrid, Spain. The scene portrays Moses, a Hebrew prophet and legislator of the Old Testament, being saved from certain death as an infant. According to the Bible, fearing for his life due to Pharaoh's decree to kill all Hebrew male babies, Moses' mother placed him in a basket and set him adrift on the Nile River. Miraculously, he was discovered by Pharaoh's daughter who took pity on him and raised him as her own. The intricate details of this engraving beautifully capture both the perilous nature of Moses' situation and the divine intervention that ultimately led to his rescue. The flowing waters of the Nile symbolize both danger and salvation while emphasizing Egypt's significance in this story. This artwork serves not only as a testament to religious faith but also highlights themes such as courage, compassion, and destiny. It reminds us that even during challenging times when lives are at stake or societal norms oppress certain groups like Black Lives Matter today - acts of kindness can change destinies forever. As we admire this piece from Fine Art Finder's collection courtesy of Bridgeman Images, we are reminded once again how art has always been intertwined with historical events and continues to inspire reflection on our shared human experiences across time.
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