Joshua 3:11
Behold, the ark of the covenant of the Lord of all the earth passeth over before you into Jordan.
Original Language Analysis
הַבְּרִ֔ית
of the covenant
H1285
הַבְּרִ֔ית
of the covenant
Strong's:
H1285
Word #:
3 of 9
a compact (because made by passing between pieces of flesh)
כָּל
H3605
כָּל
Strong's:
H3605
Word #:
5 of 9
properly, the whole; hence, all, any or every (in the singular only, but often in a plural sense)
עֹבֵ֥ר
passeth over
H5674
עֹבֵ֥ר
passeth over
Strong's:
H5674
Word #:
7 of 9
to cross over; used very widely of any transition (literal or figurative; transitive, intransitive, intensive, causative); specifically, to cover (in
Cross References
Zechariah 6:5And the angel answered and said unto me, These are the four spirits of the heavens, which go forth from standing before the Lord of all the earth.Psalms 24:1The earth is the LORD'S, and the fulness thereof; the world, and they that dwell therein.Zechariah 4:14Then said he, These are the two anointed ones, that stand by the Lord of the whole earth.Joshua 3:13And it shall come to pass, as soon as the soles of the feet of the priests that bear the ark of the LORD, the Lord of all the earth, shall rest in the waters of Jordan, that the waters of Jordan shall be cut off from the waters that come down from above; and they shall stand upon an heap.Micah 4:13Arise and thresh, O daughter of Zion: for I will make thine horn iron, and I will make thy hoofs brass: and thou shalt beat in pieces many people: and I will consecrate their gain unto the LORD, and their substance unto the Lord of the whole earth.
Historical Context
This verse appears in the Jordan crossing narrative, one of Joshua's most significant events demonstrating God's power and faithfulness in bringing Israel into the Promised Land.
Questions for Reflection
- How does this passage demonstrate God's faithfulness to His covenant promises?
- What application does this truth have for your walk with Christ today?
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Analysis & Commentary
The identification of the ark as 'the ark of the covenant of the Lord of all the earth' emphasizes God's universal sovereignty, not merely tribal deity.