Maximilian Kolbe was born in Poland at the turn of the 20th century to devout parents; as a child he had a vision of a visit from the Virgin Mary set him on a path toward religious service and martyrdom.

In the story, set in 4th-century Egypt, Moses, initially a notorious bandit, undergoes a transformative experience that leads him to abandon his previous life and embrace faith. This pivotal moment, possibly spurred by a revelation of his identity or a moral awakening, marks a turning point in his life, shifting him from a life of banditry to one of faith and leadership. This transformation is portrayed as a radical shift, emphasizing the profound change Moses undergoes as he sheds his old identity and finds new purpose.