The Red Sea

And the Lord said unto Moses, Lift thou up thy rod, and stretch out thine hand over the sea, and divide it. And Moses stretched out his hand over the sea, and the waters were divided. And the children of Israel went into the midst of the sea upon the dry ground; and the waters were a wall unto them on their right hand, and on their left.

The Parting of the Red Sea, by Arnold Friberg

Commissioned and painted for Cecil B. DeMille's epic motion picture The Ten Commandments.

"Among the living artists who have dedicated their talents largely to religious art,one stands out for his virility and warmth, dramatic understanding and truth. That man is Arnold Friberg. His fine paintings were a tremendous help to our directors, cameramen, costume designers, screen writers, and actors. Arnold Friberg's work has been an inspiration to all of us, stemming from his profound reverence and knowledge, as well as from his superb artistry. He has accomplished a strong and real service in bringing the truth of the Bible to a wider understanding, appreciation, and acceptance." — Cecil B. DeMille (Quote found

The Parting of the Red Sea, by Chagal