Moses at the Well of Midian

Moses leans over a stone well with a clay water jar beside him, speaking warmly with a young shepherdess among the flock. The sheep press close to the watering place, placing the scene in the pastoral land of Midian after Moses has fled Egypt. The moment reflects Exodus 2, where Moses defends the daughters of the priest of Midian from hostile shepherds and then waters their flock. The woman shown represents one of those daughters, connected to the story that leads to Moses being welcomed into Jethro’s household and later receiving Zipporah as his wife. The well becomes a place of providence: exile, service, protection, and covenant family all begin in an ordinary act of mercy. This artwork suits teaching on Moses’ wilderness years, God’s hidden preparation of leaders, hospitality, righteous courage, and the faithful care of shepherds.