Who led the Israelites from Egypt and across the Red Sea during the Exodus?

• A. Aaron
• B. Moses
• C. Joshua
• D. King Saul

Answer: (B)

Moses is the leader described as bringing the Israelites out of slavery in Egypt and guiding them through the Red Sea. In the Exodus narrative, God chooses Moses to confront Pharaoh, perform signs, and lead the people to freedom. The crossing of the Red Sea is the moment God parts the waters so the Israelites can pass on dry ground, while the pursuing army is overwhelmed. After the crossing, Moses continues to guide them through the wilderness toward the land promised by God. Aaron, his brother, serves as Moses’ spokesperson and priest, but he does not lead them across the sea. Joshua later becomes the leader who takes the people into Canaan after Moses dies. King Saul is a later figure who becomes king, not part of the Exodus story.