How did Aaron and Hur help Moses gain the victory over the Amalekites?

• A. By leading the army.
• B. By praying with Moses.
• C. By holding up Moses' hands.
• D. By providing swords.

Answer: (C)

Holding up Moses’ hands shows how the victory happened through steady leadership supported by others and by God’s power. When the Amalekites attacked, Moses stood on a hill with the staff of God, and Israel’s success depended on his posture of prayer. As long as his hands were raised, Joshua’s army prevailed; when his hands grew tired, the advantage waned. Aaron and Hur noticed Moses’ fatigue and helped by keeping his arms up—one on each side—while a stone was set for him to sit on, until the sun went down. This act kept Moses in a prayerful position and ensured the victory, illustrating how teamwork and support enable God’s plan to move forward. It’s not about leading the army directly or about swords or personal praying apart from that support; the key moment is their practical help in sustaining the leader’s posture of intercession.