Joshua 4:16
Command the priests that bear the ark of the testimony, that they come up out of Jordan.
Original Language Analysis
אֶת
H853
אֶת
Strong's:
H853
Word #:
2 of 9
properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)
הַכֹּ֣הֲנִ֔ים
the priests
H3548
הַכֹּ֣הֲנִ֔ים
the priests
Strong's:
H3548
Word #:
3 of 9
literally one officiating, a priest; also (by courtesy) an acting priest (although a layman)
נֹֽשְׂאֵ֖י
that bear
H5375
נֹֽשְׂאֵ֖י
that bear
Strong's:
H5375
Word #:
4 of 9
to lift, in a great variety of applications, literal and figurative, absolute and relative
וְיַֽעֲל֖וּ
that they come up
H5927
וְיַֽעֲל֖וּ
that they come up
Strong's:
H5927
Word #:
7 of 9
to ascend, intransitively (be high) or actively (mount); used in a great variety of senses, primary and secondary, literal and figurative
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 command to priests to 'come ye up out of Jordan' releases them from stationed position, allowing river's return.