Moses’ Fall

The events recorded in the 20th chapter of the book of Numbers occurred at Kadesh and near it. First among them is the death of Miriam. She has survived the hardships of the desert and reached a great age. Her usefulness and vigor past, she is glad, no doubt, when the call comes. How is a life like this of Miriam to be reckoned? We have seen her as a young girl, eager and concerned, watching the cradle of Moses and aiding in his deliverance. She is spoken of as sharing in the mission of Moses...