15:1-21 Song of the Sea (AI)

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15:1-21 Song of the Sea (AI)

The Song of the Sea (found in ⁠Exodus 15:1–21) is an ancient victory hymn. Moses and the people of Israel sang it to God after they walked safely through the Red Sea and escaped the Egyptian army. [1, 2, 3, 4]

Main Parts of the Song

Praise to God: Moses sings that God is his strength, power, and savior.

The Fall of Egypt: The song tells how God threw Pharaoh's horses and riders into the sea.

God's Power: God is described as a warrior who protects His people and defeats bad foes.

Future Hope: The singers look forward to God bringing His people to a safe home. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]

Miriam's Response

The Women Join In: Miriam (the sister of Aaron and a prophet) takes a small hand drum.

Dancing and Music: All the women follow her with drums and joyful dancing.

The Refrain: Miriam repeats the main line: "Sing to the Lord, for he has triumphed gloriously; the horse and his rider he has thrown into the sea." [1, 2]