Prophecy of the Sun Standing Still
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The prophecy of the sun standing still is a miraculous event recorded in the Old Testament, specifically in the Book of Joshua. This event is significant in biblical history as it demonstrates God's direct intervention in the natural order to aid His people, Israel, during a critical battle.

Biblical Account

The account of the sun standing still is found in Joshua 10:12-14. During the conquest of Canaan, Joshua led the Israelites against a coalition of Amorite kings. As the battle unfolded, Joshua prayed for divine assistance to secure victory before nightfall. The Berean Standard Bible records Joshua's plea: "On the day the LORD gave the Amorites over to the Israelites, Joshua spoke to the LORD in the presence of Israel: 'O sun, stand still over Gibeon, O moon, over the Valley of Aijalon.'"

In response to Joshua's prayer, the Bible states that the sun halted in the sky, prolonging the day until the Israelites achieved victory. Joshua 10:13-14 continues: "So the sun stood still and the moon stopped until the nation took vengeance upon its enemies. Is this not written in the Book of Jashar? So the sun stopped in the middle of the sky and delayed going down about a full day. There has never been a day like it before or since, when the LORD listened to the voice of a man, because the LORD fought for Israel."

Theological Significance

The event is often interpreted as a testament to God's sovereignty over creation and His willingness to intervene on behalf of His chosen people. It underscores the power of prayer and faith, as Joshua's bold request was met with a miraculous response. This narrative also highlights the theme of divine justice, as God aids Israel in executing judgment upon the Amorite coalition.

Historical and Scientific Considerations

From a historical perspective, the event is unique and unparalleled, as noted in the biblical text. The mention of the "Book of Jashar" suggests that this event was well-known and documented in other ancient sources, though the Book of Jashar itself is not extant today.

Scientifically, the event poses challenges to modern understanding of natural laws. Some conservative scholars propose that the language used in the text may be phenomenological, describing the event as it appeared to the observers rather than detailing a literal astronomical occurrence. Others maintain that the event was a supernatural act of God, beyond the scope of scientific explanation.

Interpretations and Debates

The prophecy of the sun standing still has been the subject of various interpretations and debates among theologians and scholars. Some view it as a literal historical event, while others consider it a poetic or symbolic expression of God's intervention. The passage has also been analyzed in the context of ancient Near Eastern literature, where celestial phenomena often signified divine involvement in human affairs.

Despite differing interpretations, the account remains a powerful illustration of God's ability to transcend natural laws and His commitment to fulfilling His promises to Israel. The event is a reminder of the biblical theme that with God, all things are possible, and it continues to inspire faith and trust in divine providence.
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Prophecy Of Haggai

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Prophecy: (Respecting Individuals, See Under Their Names): Amos

Prophecy: (Respecting Individuals, See Under Their Names): Cessation of

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Prophecy: (Respecting Individuals, See Under Their Names): Ezekiel

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Prophecy: (Respecting Individuals, See Under Their Names): Haggai

Prophecy: (Respecting Individuals, See Under Their Names): Inspired

Prophecy: (Respecting Individuals, See Under Their Names): Isaiah

Prophecy: (Respecting Individuals, See Under Their Names): Jeremiah

Prophecy: (Respecting Individuals, See Under Their Names): Jonah

Prophecy: (Respecting Individuals, See Under Their Names): Proof of God's Foreknowledge

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Prophecy: Christ the Great Subject of

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Prophecy: Gift of, Promised

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Prophecy: Give Heed To

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Prophecy: Miscellaneous, Fulfilled: Conquests of Jeroboam

Prophecy: Miscellaneous, Fulfilled: Death of the Prophet of Judah

Prophecy: Miscellaneous, Fulfilled: Destruction of Ben-Hadad's Army

Prophecy: Miscellaneous, Fulfilled: Destruction of Sennacherib's Army, and his Death

Prophecy: Miscellaneous, Fulfilled: Extinction of Baasha's House

Prophecy: Miscellaneous, Fulfilled: Extinction of Jeroboam's House

Prophecy: Miscellaneous, Fulfilled: Four Generations of Jehu's Descendants to Sit Upon the Throne of Israel

Prophecy: Miscellaneous, Fulfilled: Jezebel's Tragic Death

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Prophecy: Miscellaneous, Fulfilled: Judas' Self-Destruction Fulfilled

Prophecy: Miscellaneous, Fulfilled: Rachel Weeping for Her Children

Prophecy: Miscellaneous, Fulfilled: Spiritual Blindness of the Jewish Leaders Predicted

Prophecy: Miscellaneous, Fulfilled: That Blindness Fulfilled

Prophecy: Miscellaneous, Fulfilled: That Purpose Fulfilled

Prophecy: Miscellaneous, Fulfilled: The Betrayal of Jesus by Judas Fulfilled

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Prophecy: Miscellaneous, Fulfilled: The Death of Ahaziah

Prophecy: Miscellaneous, Fulfilled: The Death of the Samaritan Lord

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Prophecy: Miscellaneous, Fulfilled: The Mission of Jesus Predicted

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Prophecy: Old Testament Messianic Passages Quoted in the New Testament

Prophecy: Punishment For: Adding To, or Taking From

Prophecy: Punishment For: Not Giving Ear To

Prophecy: Punishment For: Pretending to the Gift of

Prophecy: Receive in Faith

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Prophecy: They Who Uttered: Moved by the Holy Spirit

Prophecy: They Who Uttered: Ordained by God

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Prophecy: They Who Uttered: Sent by God

Prophecy: They Who Uttered: Spoke by the Holy Spirit

Prophecy: They Who Uttered: Spoke in the Name of the Lord

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