The Prince of Egypt
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The 1998 animated film, The Prince of Egypt, is a musical drama that retells the biblical story of Moses. It focuses on his early life, from his hidden birth among the Hebrews to his upbringing in the Egyptian court. The film depicts his discovery of his Hebrew heritage, his act of killing an Egyptian taskmaster, and his subsequent flight to Midian. There, he marries Zipporah and experiences the divine encounter with God at the burning bush, which commissions him to lead the Hebrews out of slavery in Egypt. The narrative highlights Moses's reluctance and God's reassurance, including the role his brother Aaron will play as his spokesman.12
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