The Bible, King James version, Book 2: Exodus

In a land once familiar with the family of Jacob, the descendants of Israel have grown into a thriving community, so numerous that a new Egyptian ruler feels uneasy about their strength. He imposes harsh labor, building grand cities while tightening control over the people, even ordering the death of newborn boys. Yet the Hebrew midwives, guided by conscience, defy the decree and protect the infants, earning unexpected favor. Their quiet resistance sets the stage for a story of survival and destiny.

Amid this oppression, a Levi woman hides her newborn son, placing him in a basket of reeds that drifts to the riverbank. Pharaoh’s daughter discovers the child, feels compassion, and decides to raise him as her own, naming him for the very act of drawing him out of the water. Growing up in the palace, the young man witnesses the suffering of his people and, driven by a sense of justice, intervenes when an Egyptian beats a Hebrew, delivering a startling first act of courage. This early glimpse promises a journey that will challenge both heart and nation.