Moses is considered a type of Christ because he was appointed by God to deliver His people and serves as a foreshadowing of Christ's redemptive work.
Moses' life and mission are integral in understanding how he functions as a type of Christ in biblical theology. Just as Christ was sent to deliver His people from sin and bondage, Moses was called to lead the children of Israel out of slavery in Egypt. The parallels continue as Moses is depicted as a lawgiver, which connects to Christ's role in establishing a new covenant through His own sacrificial death. Furthermore, Moses’ experiences, such as his preservation from death and role as a mediator between God and the people, resemble the life and work of Jesus. Thus, Moses not only serves as a historical figure but also as a prophetic type that reveals the person and work of the Lord Jesus Christ.
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