Biblical Account of Moses and the Red Sea
The story describes Moses leading the Israelites out of Egypt. According to the Book of Exodus, Moses stretched his hand over the sea, and God caused the waters to part, allowing the people to cross on dry ground. The pursuing Egyptian army was then engulfed when the waters returned.
Visual Depictions in Art and Media
Pictures of Moses and the Red Sea often show a vast body of water split by a divine wind, with people walking between walls of water. Artists and filmmakers have depicted this scene using dramatic lighting, deep blues, and large crowds to emphasize the scale of the event. Many images focus on Moses with his staff raised at the shoreline.
Where to Find Images and Descriptions
You can find illustrations and photographs of the Red Sea in biblical history books, museum archives, and educational websites. For a general overview of the location and its historical context, see the Wikipedia entry on the Red Sea.
