The answer is: Drawn out

Ex 2:10 - So called because he was drawn out of the water

Moses, whose name means "drawn out," has a pretty poetic backstory that plays a significant role in his identity and mission. This name reflects not just his rescue as a baby from the Nile River, but it foreshadows his ultimate role in drawing the Israelites out of slavery in Egypt. Talk about a dramatic beginning — scooped from the waters, destined to part them!

In a twist of biblical irony, the waters of the Nile that nearly claimed him eventually became the tools of his greatest miracles. It's in Exodus where we see him striking the waters to unleash the plagues and, of course, dramatically parting the Red Sea.

Interestingly, his name also resonates with the theme of "extraction" in deeper ways. Contemplating his leadership, we recognize that he extracted not just a people out of bondage, but a doctrine of moral imperatives that's impacted countless generations beyond his own.

Trivia time: Did you know there is a strong connection between Moses and the idea of “service”? The Hebrew roots suggest that his calling isn't limited just to leadership, but to a deeper commitment to serving both God and people. That theme of service continues to inspire folks today, echoing through many moral teachings across cultures. What truly stands out in Moses's story is the culmination of being "drawn out,” as he was not simply liberated himself but acted as a vessel for liberation. It just shows you how sometimes your own struggles can have a ripple effect on others — something worth embracing, don’t you think?