In the book, St. Gregory first summarizes the story of Moses and then draws moral and spiritual lessons from events in his life. The work develops the theme that virtuous living is a perpetual progress based on the infinite goodness of God.
The Life of Moses takes the form of a formal treatise, dealing with perfection in virtue. It may have been intended for aloud reading in a house of ascetics.
In *Life of Moses*, St. Gregory summarizes the events of Moses' life based on the biblical accounts in Exodus and Numbers. He then uses these events as the basis for spiritual lessons.
Thus, The Life of Moses becomes a symbol of the spiritual journey of the soul to God.