Here he contemplated and reflected on his past and present experiences.

Here he contemplated and reflected on his past and present experiences. He had discusssions with his father-in-law, Sho'ayb which enriched him spiritually. He reflected over the plight of his people in Egypt and made a firm resolve to free them from the servitude of the Egyptians. The Prophethood of Musa and his return to Egypt After living ten years in Midyan, Musa left for Egypt, accompanied by his family. On their way, one night, they pitched their tents near Mount Sinai.

It was cold and they needed fire for warmth. He saw what looked like a fire higher up on the mountain. Musa told the family to stay in the tents while he would go up the mountain to bring the fire for their comfort. When he arrived at the site, instead of fire, he noticed a brilliant light emanating from a bush. Musa approached the bush cautiously when he heard a voice calling him to take off his shoes as he was in the presence of his Creator, and that he was standing on the santified terraine.

It was here that Allah bestowed upon Musa the gifts of miracles to be used while confronting the mighty Pharaoh. He was given a brilliant light in his hand (Yadebaiza), and a staff with miraculous powers. Allah told him that He would give him other great signs to help accomplish His mission. Musa was then instructed to proceed to Egypt immediately. Musa said that he was afraid of getting arrested on a previous murder charge, and also because he could not speak fluently due to his stuttering.

He prayed to Allah to grant him fluency of speech, and have his brother Harun help him and be a deputy to him in all his tasks ahead. Allah granted Musa his requests and told him that he could take his brother along with him, and told him to be gentle in his language and be patient in all his dealings. Musa was overwhelmed at the experience. The brilliant light emanating from the bush disappeared.

For his own satisfaction, Musa varified the miracles of Yade-baiza and conversion of his staff into a serpent. He knew that it was not a dream, and he indeed was in the presence of The Divine One. Musa came down from the mountain, narrated his experience to his wife, who acnowledged him to be the prophet of Allah and gave him the reassurance and comfort he needed. They made their way to Egypt, and to the house of Imran, his father.

He took Harun aside and told him of his appointment as a prophet and his vicergeant. Harun was pleased and assured to help his brother in'the task that lay ahead.