The Life of Miriam
Miriam was the sister of Moses and Aaron, and she was a prophetess. She played a key role in leading the Israelites out of slavery in Egypt, and she continued to support them throughout their journey to the Promised Land.
Miriam was a woman of great faith, and she is an important figure in the Bible because she shows us that God can use anyone to achieve His purposes. No matter our background or our abilities, God can use us to do great things.
Miriam in the Bible:
“And Miriam sang to them: ‘Sing to the LORD, for he has triumphed gloriously; horse and rider he has thrown into the sea.'” (Exodus 15:21)
“And Miriam the prophetess, Aaron’s sister, took a timbrel in her hand, and all the women followed her, with timbrels and dancing.” (Exodus 15:20)
“So Moses sent for Dathan and Abiram, and they came to him. And he said to them, ‘If you consider me your leader, then come out and follow me. But if you don’t consider me your leader, then get out of my way and stop opposing me.'” (Numbers 16:12-14)
“Then Miriam was excluded from the camp for seven days, because she had criticized Moses.” (Numbers 12:15)
“But when they came out of Egypt, Miriam and all the women began to sing and dance.” (Exodus 15:19-21)
“And God said, ‘I will be with you. I will protect you from all your enemies. I will save you.'” ( Exodus 23:20-23)
“So Moses led the people out of Egypt and into the desert.” (Exodus 14:19-20)
“And Miriam sang to them: ‘Sing to the LORD, for he has triumphed gloriously; horse and rider he has thrown into the sea.'” (Exodus 15:21)