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Moses smote the rock twice, and the water came out abundantly, 1840
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Moses smote the rock twice, and the water came out abundantly, 1840
Moses " smote the rock twice, and the water came out abundantly", 1840. Biblical scene, from Numbers 20: 11: And Moses lifted up his hand, and with his rod he smote the rock twice: and the water came out abundantly, and the congregation drank, and their beasts also. After being instructed to do so by God, Moses struck the rock with his staff and it split apart, providing water for the Israelites who were dying of thirst. Engraving after Moses Striking the Rock, a painting of 1649 by Nicolas Poussin, in the Hermitage Museum, St Petersburg, Russia
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This print captures the dramatic biblical scene of Moses smiting the rock twice, as described in Numbers 20:11. The image depicts Moses lifting his hand with a rod in it, ready to strike the rock. As he strikes it for the second time, water gushes out abundantly, providing much-needed relief to the thirsty Israelites and their animals. The engraving is based on Nicolas Poussin's painting "Moses Striking the Rock" which dates back to 1649 and is housed in the Hermitage Museum in St Petersburg, Russia. George Presbury skillfully brings this powerful religious moment to life through his meticulous work. The print not only showcases an important event from the Old Testament but also symbolizes divine intervention and faith. It serves as a reminder of God's miraculous provision during times of drought and desperation. As we gaze upon this image, we are transported back in time to witness this extraordinary act performed by Moses. We can almost feel the gratitude emanating from both men and women depicted around him who have been saved from death by thirst. Presbury's print beautifully captures both the geographical features of a barren desert landscape and human emotions ranging from relief to gratefulness. It stands as a testament to our enduring belief systems that have shaped our understanding of religion throughout centuries.
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