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Franklin Graham’s Comparison of Trump to Moses

Franklin Graham, a prominent evangelical leader and president of the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association, has stirred significant discussion by comparing former President Donald Trump to the biblical figure Moses. This comparison was notably made during Trump’s second inauguration on January 20, 2025. During his invocation at the ceremony, Graham praised God for bringing Trump through what he described as “dark” times over the past four years, directly addressing Trump with, “Mr. President, the last four years, there are times I’m sure you thought it was pretty dark, but look what God has done.” He then likened Trump to Moses, suggesting that God had raised him up with strength and power, and Vice President J.D. Vance to Aaron, Moses’ brother and supporter in biblical accounts.

Graham’s rhetoric has not been without controversy. His comparison has been criticized by some as inappropriate, with opinions on social media and in op-ed pieces reflecting a sentiment that such analogies are blasphemous or at least misguided. One user on X expressed frustration over Graham’s comments, calling them “nonsense” and finding them insulting. Similarly, an opinion piece published by Baptist News Global described Graham’s inference that Trump is comparable to Jesus (by likening Republicans who voted for impeachment to Judas) as “ludicrous at best and, at the worst, sheer blasphemy.” This article specifically took issue with Graham’s comparison of political betrayal to biblical betrayal, arguing that it falsely equates Trump’s pursuit of power with Jesus’ ministry of love and sacrifice.

Moreover, Graham’s history of comparing Trump to biblical figures like Moses dates back to earlier in Trump’s political career. In 2016, before Trump took the stage at a meeting with evangelical leaders, Graham addressed the crowd, highlighting Trump’s characteristics while invoking the flawed but revered leaders Moses and David from the Bible. He emphasized that no one is perfect, including biblical heroes, suggesting that Trump, like these figures, could lead despite personal flaws.

The comparison has been part of a broader narrative where Graham has vocally supported Trump, often framing his leadership in a divine light. This has included other instances where he compared political actions or figures to biblical narratives, such as likening Republicans who voted for Trump’s impeachment to Judas Iscariot, furthering the theme of divine and political betrayal.

In summary, Franklin Graham’s comparison of Donald Trump to Moses reflects a pattern of intertwining evangelical Christian theology with contemporary American politics. His statements have sparked a wide array of reactions, from support among conservative evangelicals to criticism from those who see it as an overreach or misuse of religious symbolism. This has been extensively covered in both mainstream and religious media, illustrating the complex relationship between religion and politics in the U.S.

References:
Franklin Graham Compares Trump to Moses, Vance to Aaron in Inauguration Prayer – churchleaders.com

Franklin Graham Encourages Evangelicals to Think of Trump as Moses or David – churchleaders.com

Franklin Graham Tells 900 Evangelicals at Trump Meeting: We Are All Sinners | Politics – www.christianpost.com[](https://www.christianpost.com/news/franklin-graham-to-900-evangelical-leaders-donald-trump-is-better-option-than-hillary-clinton.html) (http://www.christianpost.com[](https://www.christianpost.com/news/franklin-graham-to-900-evangelical-leaders-donald-trump-is-better-option-than-hillary-clinton.html))
Franklin Graham says Republicans who voted to impeach Trump are like Jesus’ betrayer – www.charlotteobserver.com[](https://www.charlotteobserver.com/news/state/north-carolina/article248528080.html) (http://www.charlotteobserver.com[](https://www.charlotteobserver.com/news/state/north-carolina/article248528080.html))
The blasphemy of Franklin Graham – Baptist News Global – baptistnews.com

Rev. Franklin Graham at Trump inauguration: God saved America from ‘dark’ days | wcnc.com – www.wcnc.com[](https://www.wcnc.com/article/news/politics/national-politics/inauguration/reverend-franklin-graham-donald-trump-inauguration-invocation/275-2e479f77-fd25-4ac5-be9a-6a0d79088465) (http://www.wcnc.com[](https://www.wcnc.com/article/news/politics/national-politics/inauguration/reverend-franklin-graham-donald-trump-inauguration-invocation/275-2e479f77-fd25-4ac5-be9a-6a0d79088465))
Franklin Graham compares Republicans voting for Trump impeachment to betrayal of Jesus Christ – Washington Times – www.washingtontimes.com[](https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2021/jan/14/franklin-graham-compares-republicans-voting-trump-/) (http://www.washingtontimes.com[](https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2021/jan/14/franklin-graham-compares-republicans-voting-trump-/))

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