Holy Week · Holy Saturday Third Reading · Year B
Exodus 15:1-2, 3-4, 5-6, 17-18 (1b)
The Song of Moses and Miriam
March 27, 2027
Overview & Insights
“I will sing to the Lord, for he has triumphed gloriously.” (Exodus 15:1)
Worshiping the Lord was Israel’s transition to a new existence. Exodus 15 links the experience of Egypt (chs. 1–14) and the trust-building journey of the first year in the wilderness (chs. 15–18). It ends the traumas of Egypt with a song to, and about, the Lord’s victory over the chaos. Verses 22–27 describe the challenge of trusting Yahweh for basic provision and protection during their journey to the mountain of God (Horeb/Sinai).
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Exodus 15 Commentary: The Song of Moses Enduring Word · David Guzik
Guzik expounds the Song at the Sea, Israel's first hymn of praise after deliverance, the Vigil's canticle response.
Exodus 15:1 Commentaries (BibleHub) BibleHub
Verse-by-verse classic commentary on the triumph song 'I will sing to the LORD, for he has triumphed gloriously.'
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What is the Song of the Sea?
On the far shore Moses and Miriam lead Israel in a song of triumph, praising the Lord as a warrior and their strength who has become their salvation.
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