Miriam
Miriam is identified as a prophetess and as the sister of Aaron and Moses.
Miriam in the Bible is identified as a prophetess and as the sister of Aaron and Moses. Exodus 15:20 Numbers 26:59 She is named in at least 10 verses across Exodus, Numbers, and Deuteronomy.
In Exodus, Miriam takes a tambourine, while women go out after her with tambourines and dances. Exodus 15:20 A separate verse records her song to them: “Sing to the LORD.” Exodus 15:21
Miriam and Aaron spoke against Moses. Numbers 12:1 The LORD called Miriam, Aaron, and Moses to the tent of meeting. Numbers 12:4 Miriam was shut outside the camp for seven days, and the people did not set out until she was gathered back. Numbers 12:15 She died and was buried at Kadesh. Numbers 20:1
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Exodus · Numbers · Deuteronomy