The Ten Commandments facts for kids
The Ten Commandments is a famous movie from 1956. It tells the exciting story of Moses, played by Charlton Heston, and his rival, Rameses II, played by Yul Brynner. The movie was directed and produced by Cecil B. DeMille. It is based on ancient texts like the Book of Exodus from the Bible, as well as writings from historians like Philo of Alexandria and Josephus.
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The Ten Commandments Movie
The Ten Commandments is an epic film, meaning it's a very big movie with a long story and many characters. It was one of the most expensive movies ever made at the time. It also became one of the highest-grossing films in history. The movie is known for its amazing special effects, especially the scene where the Red Sea parts.
What is the Movie About?
The story follows the life of Moses, an Israelite who was adopted by the Egyptian Pharaoh's daughter. He grows up as a prince in Egypt, alongside Rameses II, who becomes his rival. Moses later discovers his true heritage and is called by God to lead his people, the Israelites, out of slavery in Egypt.
The movie shows Moses confronting Pharaoh Rameses II. Moses asks Pharaoh to let his people go. When Pharaoh refuses, a series of ten plagues strike Egypt. These plagues include things like rivers turning to blood and frogs covering the land.
The Journey to Freedom
After the plagues, Pharaoh finally lets the Israelites leave. Moses then leads them on a long journey through the desert. They face many challenges, including the Egyptian army chasing them.
One of the most famous parts of the movie is when Moses parts the Red Sea. This allows the Israelites to cross safely. The sea then closes on the Egyptian army, stopping their pursuit.
Receiving the Commandments
After crossing the Red Sea, Moses leads his people to Mount Sinai. There, he goes up the mountain and receives the Ten Commandments from God. These are a set of rules for how people should live. The commandments are written on two stone tablets.
Moses brings these commandments down to his people. The movie shows the importance of these rules for the Israelites. It also shows their journey to the promised land.
Why is the Movie Famous?
The Ten Commandments is famous for several reasons:
- Epic Scale: It has a huge cast and massive sets.
- Special Effects: The parting of the Red Sea was groundbreaking for its time.
- Powerful Story: It tells a well-known story from the Bible in a dramatic way.
- Star Power: Charlton Heston as Moses and Yul Brynner as Rameses II gave memorable performances.
The movie is often shown on television around holidays. It continues to be a classic film enjoyed by many people.
Images for kids
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Part of the All Souls Deuteronomy, containing the oldest extant copy of the Decalogue. It is dated to the early Herodian period, between 30 and 1 BC
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1896 illustration depicting Moses receiving the commandments
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Moses Breaking the Tablets of the Law (1659) by Rembrandt
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The Ten Commandments on a glass plate
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Moses and Aaron with the Ten Commandments (painting circa 1675 by Aron de Chavez)
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A Christian school in India displays the Ten Commandments.
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Moses receives the Ten Commandments in this 1860 woodcut by Julius Schnorr von Carolsfeld, a Lutheran.
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The Sixth Commandment, as translated by the Book of Common Prayer (1549).The image is from the altar screen of the Temple Church near the Law Courts in London.
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18th-century depiction of Moses receiving the tablets (Monheim Town Hall)
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Print of Moses showing the Ten Commandments. Made at the end of the sixteenth century
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Ten Commandments display at the Texas State Capitol in Austin
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The Ten Commandments by Lucas Cranach the Elder in the townhall of Wittenberg (detail)
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See also
In Spanish: Diez Mandamientos para niños
