The Devil’s Dictionary · Character
Moses
Biblical prophet, referenced in definitions.
minor
Also known as the Egyptian, Moses Who slew the Egyptian
First appearance: the devil s dictionary
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In B: Referenced in the definition of 'Baby' as a famous babe preserved in the bulrushes. Later, in M: Not directly mentioned in the…
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The emotional/psychological peak occurs in the "Ultimatum" entry, where the Turkish Ministry’s elaborate, hype…
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