They set out from Jotbathah and camped at Abronah. They set outThis phrase indicates the movement and journey of the Israelites as they followed God's guidance through the wilderness. The Hebrew root for "set out" is "nasa," which means to pull up, especially the tent pegs, and thus to start on a journey. This action reflects obedience and trust in God's plan, as the Israelites were continually moving towards the Promised Land. It serves as a metaphor for the Christian journey of faith, where believers are called to step out in faith, trusting in God's direction. from Jotbathah
Jotbathah is a location mentioned in the Israelites' wilderness journey. The name "Jotbathah" is derived from the Hebrew "Yotvatah," meaning "pleasantness" or "goodness." This suggests that Jotbathah was a place of rest and refreshment for the Israelites, possibly with abundant water and resources. Historically, it is believed to be located in the region of Edom. The mention of Jotbathah reminds believers of God's provision and the times of refreshment He provides during life's journey. and camped
The act of camping signifies a temporary dwelling and a pause in the journey. The Hebrew word "chanah" is used here, meaning to pitch a tent or encamp. This reflects the transient nature of the Israelites' journey and serves as a reminder that life on earth is temporary. For Christians, it symbolizes the importance of finding rest and renewal in God, even as we journey towards our eternal home. at Abronah
Abronah is another station in the Israelites' wilderness journey. The name "Abronah" is thought to be derived from the Hebrew root "abar," meaning "to pass over" or "to cross." This suggests a place of transition or crossing, possibly a ford or passageway. Theologically, it can symbolize the transitions and crossings in a believer's life, where faith is tested and strengthened. It serves as a reminder of God's faithfulness in guiding His people through every stage of their journey. Persons / Places / Events 1. JotbathahA location mentioned in the Israelites' wilderness journey. It is described in Deuteronomy 10:7 as a place with streams of water, indicating a place of refreshment and sustenance during their travels. 2. AbronahAnother campsite during the Israelites' journey. The specific details about Abronah are limited, but it represents another step in the Israelites' long journey to the Promised Land. 3. The IsraelitesThe people of God who were delivered from slavery in Egypt and were journeying through the wilderness under the leadership of Moses. 4. The Wilderness JourneyThe broader context of this passage is the Israelites' 40-year journey through the wilderness, a time of testing, reliance on God, and preparation for entering the Promised Land. 5. MosesThe leader of the Israelites, who guided them through the wilderness and communicated God's laws and instructions to them. Teaching Points God's Provision in the JourneyJust as God provided for the Israelites at Jotbathah, He provides for us in our spiritual journeys. We can trust Him to meet our needs, even in difficult times. The Importance of ObedienceThe Israelites' journey was marked by moments of obedience and disobedience. Our journey of faith requires us to listen to God's guidance and follow His commands. The Significance of Each StepEvery campsite, like Abronah, represents a step in the journey. In our lives, every experience, whether mundane or significant, is part of God's plan and purpose for us. Learning from the PastReflecting on the Israelites' journey helps us learn from their successes and failures. We are encouraged to trust God and remain faithful, avoiding the pitfalls of doubt and disobedience. Bible Study Questions 1. What does the journey from Jotbathah to Abronah teach us about God's provision in our lives today? 2. How can we apply the lessons of obedience from the Israelites' wilderness journey to our own spiritual walk? 3. In what ways can we recognize and appreciate the significance of each step in our personal journey of faith? 4. How does reflecting on the Israelites' journey help us understand the importance of faith and trust in God? 5. What are some practical ways we can ensure that we are listening to and following God's guidance in our daily lives? Connections to Other Scriptures Deuteronomy 10:7This verse provides additional context about Jotbathah, describing it as a place with streams of water, highlighting God's provision during the Israelites' journey. Exodus 15:22-27This passage describes another instance of God providing water for the Israelites, emphasizing His continual provision and care during their wilderness journey. Hebrews 3:7-19This New Testament passage reflects on the Israelites' wilderness journey as a lesson in faith and obedience, urging believers to remain faithful and not harden their hearts. People Aaron, Abel, Arad, Egyptians, Gad, Geber, Israelites, Moses, Perez, Tahath, Terah, ZephonPlaces 0, Abarim, Abel-shittim, Abronah, Almon-diblathaim, Alush, Arad, Baal-zephon, Bene-jaakan, Beth-jeshimoth, Canaan, Dibon-gad, Dophkah, Edom, Egypt, Elim, Etham, Ezion-geber, Hahiroth, Haradah, Hashmonah, Hazeroth, Hor-haggidgad, Iye-abarim, Iyim, Jericho, Jordan River, Jotbathah, Kadesh-barnea, Kehelathah, Kibroth-hattaavah, Libnah, Makheloth, Marah, Migdol, Mithkah, Moab, Moseroth, Mount Hor, Mount Shepher, Nebo, Negev, Oboth, Pi-hahiroth, Punon, Rameses, Red Sea, Rephidim, Rimmon-perez, Rissah, Rithmah, Sinai, Succoth, Tahath, Terah, Zalmonah, ZinTopics Abronah, Abro'nah, Camped, Ebronah, Encamp, Encamped, Jotbah, Jotbathah, Jot'bathah, Journey, Journeyed, Pitched, Removed, Tents, TraveledDictionary of Bible Themes Numbers 33:3-48 7222 exodus, events of Library Some Miscellaneous Matters Belonging to the Country About Jericho.
Let us begin from the last encampings of Israel beyond Jordan. Numbers 33:49: "They encamped near Jordan from Beth-jeshimoth unto Abel-shittim."--"From Beth-jeshimoth to Abel-shittim were twelve miles." It is a most received opinion among the Jews, that the tents of the Israelites in the wilderness contained a square of twelve miles. So the Targum of Jonathan, upon Number 2:2; "The encamping of Israel was twelve miles in length, and twelve miles in breadth." And the Gemarists say, "It is forbidden …
John Lightfoot—From the Talmud and HebraicaArbel. Shezor. Tarnegola the Upper.
"Arbel a city of Galilee."--There is mention of it in Hosea 10:14. But there are authors which do very differently interpret that place, viz. the Chaldee paraphrast, R. Solomon, Kimchi: consult them. It was between Zippor and Tiberias. Hence Nittai the Arbelite, who was president with Josua Ben Perahiah. The valley of Arbel is mentioned by the Talmudists. So also "The Arbelite Bushel." "Near Zephath in Upper Galilee was a town named Shezor, whence was R. Simeon Shezori: there he was buried. There …
John Lightfoot—From the Talmud and Hebraica Christ the Water of Life.
"Jesus answered and said unto her, Every one that drinketh of this water shall thirst again: but whosoever drinketh of the water that I shall give him shall never thirst; but the water that I shall give him shall become in him a well of water springing up unto eternal life" (John iv. 13, 14). "Now on the last day, the great day of the feast, Jesus stood and cried, saying, If any man thirst, let him come unto me, and drink" (John vii. 37). "And did all drink the same spiritual drink: for they drank …
Frank G. Allen—Autobiography of Frank G. Allen, Minister of the Gospel Grace Abounding to the Chief of Sinners:
A BRIEF AND FAITHFUL RELATION OF THE EXCEEDING MERCY OF GOD IN CHRIST TO HIS POOR SERVANT, JOHN BUNYAN; WHEREIN IS PARTICULARLY SHOWED THE MANNER OF HIS CONVERSION, HIS SIGHT AND TROUBLE FOR SIN, HIS DREADFUL TEMPTATIONS, ALSO HOW HE DESPAIRED OF GOD'S MERCY, AND HOW THE LORD AT LENGTH THROUGH CHRIST DID DELIVER HIM FROM ALL THE GUILT AND TERROR THAT LAY UPON HIM. Whereunto is added a brief relation of his call to the work of the ministry, of his temptations therein, as also what he hath met with …
John Bunyan—The Works of John Bunyan Volumes 1-3 Kadesh. Rekam, and that Double. Inquiry is Made, Whether the Doubling it in the Maps is Well Done.
The readers of the eastern interpreters will observe, that Kadesh is rendered by all Rekam, or in a sound very near it. In the Chaldee, it is 'Rekam': in the Syriac, 'Rekem': in the Arabic, 'Rakim'... There are two places noted by the name Rekam in the very bounds of the land,--to wit, the southern and eastern: that is, a double Kadesh. I. Of Kadesh, or Rekam, in the south part, there is no doubt. II. Of it, in the eastern part, there is this mention: "From Rekam to the east, and Rekam is as the …
John Lightfoot—From the Talmud and Hebraica The Section Chap. I. -iii.
The question which here above all engages our attention, and requires to be answered, is this: Whether that which is reported in these chapters did, or did not, actually and outwardly take place. The history of the inquiries connected with this question is found most fully in Marckius's "Diatribe de uxore fornicationum," Leyden, 1696, reprinted in the Commentary on the Minor Prophets by the same author. The various views may be divided into three classes. 1. It is maintained by very many interpreters, …
Ernst Wilhelm Hengstenberg—Christology of the Old Testament Peaceable Principles and True: Or, a Brief Answer to Mr. D'Anver's and Mr. Paul's Books against My Confession of Faith, and Differences in Judgment About Baptism no Bar to Communion.
WHEREIN THEIR SCRIPTURELESS NOTIONS ARE OVERTHROWN, AND MY PEACEABLE PRINCIPLES STILL MAINTAINED. 'Do ye indeed speak righteousness, O congregation? do ye judge uprightly, O ye sons of men?'--Psalm 58:1 SIR, I have received and considered your short reply to my differences in judgment about water baptism no bar to communion; and observe, that you touch not the argument at all: but rather labour what you can, and beyond what you ought, to throw odiums upon your brother for reproving you for your error, …
John Bunyan—The Works of John Bunyan Volumes 1-3 In Death and after Death
A sadder picture could scarcely be drawn than that of the dying Rabbi Jochanan ben Saccai, that "light of Israel" immediately before and after the destruction of the Temple, and for two years the president of the Sanhedrim. We read in the Talmud (Ber. 28 b) that, when his disciples came to see him on his death-bed, he burst into tears. To their astonished inquiry why he, "the light of Israel, the right pillar of the Temple, and its mighty hammer," betrayed such signs of fear, he replied: "If I were …
Alfred Edersheim—Sketches of Jewish Social Life Numbers
Like the last part of Exodus, and the whole of Leviticus, the first part of Numbers, i.-x. 28--so called,[1] rather inappropriately, from the census in i., iii., (iv.), xxvi.--is unmistakably priestly in its interests and language. Beginning with a census of the men of war (i.) and the order of the camp (ii.), it devotes specific attention to the Levites, their numbers and duties (iii., iv.). Then follow laws for the exclusion of the unclean, v. 1-4, for determining the manner and amount of restitution …
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