Miriam the prophetess; so called, either in a general sense, because she was an instructer of other women in the praise and service of God; or in a more special sense, because she had the Spirit of prophecy. See Numbers 12:2 Micah 6:4. The sister of Aaron Quest. Why not of Moses also? Answ.
1. She might be Moses's sister only by one parent, Aaron's by both.
2. She was best known to the people by her relation to Aaron, with whom she had lived for many years, when Moses was banished. With timbrels and with dances, according to their ancient custom in public solemnities. See Judges 11:34, Judges 21:21 1 Samuel 18:6 2 Samuel 6:14,21 Jer 31:4,13.