Joshuaיְהוֹשֻׁעַ
Yĕhowshuwa` · Hebrew Proper Noun
A term used to describe the primary leader appointed by God to succeed Moses, whose name means 'The LORD is salvation.' He serves as a type of Christ who leads God's people into their inheritance.
Jordanיַרְדֵּן
Yarden · Hebrew Proper Noun
A prominent river in the Bible, often symbolizing a boundary, a place of transition, or an obstacle that can only be crossed through God's power. It represents the final threshold between the wilderness and the Promised Land.
ark of the covenant of the LORDאָרוֹן בְּרִית יְהוָה
'arown briyth Yhwh · Hebrew Noun phrase
The sacred chest containing the tablets of the Ten Commandments, representing the visible throne and presence of God among His people. It served as the focal point of God's covenantal relationship with Israel.
LORDיְהוָה
YHWH · Hebrew Proper Noun
The self-revealed, covenant-keeping God of Israel. The personal name of God, emphasizing His faithfulness and eternal, unchangeable nature.
Levitical priestsלֵוִי כֹּהֵן
Leviy kohen · Hebrew Noun phrase
Members of the tribe of Levi set apart by God for priestly service and the maintenance of the Tabernacle and its sacred articles. They mediated between God and the people through the sacrificial system.
cubitsאַמָּה
'ammah · Hebrew Noun
A unit of length in the ancient world, typically based on the distance from the elbow to the tip of the middle finger, used as a standard for measurement in biblical construction and distance.
Consecrateקָדַשׁ
qadash · Hebrew Verb
To be set apart, sanctified, or made holy for God's purposes. It involves a purification process to prepare individuals to encounter the holy presence of God.
wondersפֶּלֶא
pela' · Hebrew Noun
Extraordinary acts or miraculous interventions performed by God that manifest His power, sovereignty, and grace. These events are intended to inspire awe and demonstrate God's direct involvement in human history.
arkאָרוֹן
aron · Hebrew Noun
A sacred chest overlaid with gold, containing the tablets of the Law, representing the presence and throne of God among His people. It served as the focal point of God's covenantal relationship with Israel.
covenantבְּרִית
berit · Hebrew Noun
A formal, solemn, and binding agreement between God and His people, characterized by God’s promises, stipulations for obedience, and the establishment of a formal relationship.
the LORDיהוה
YHWH · Hebrew Proper Noun
The personal, covenantal name of God, revealed to Moses, emphasizing His eternal existence, faithfulness, and self-sufficiency as the Savior of Israel.
exaltגָּדַל
gadal · Hebrew Verb
The act of raising someone to a position of honor, influence, or authority, often done by God to validate a leader’s commission and demonstrate His divine approval.
living Godאֵל חַי
el chai · Hebrew Noun Phrase
A title emphasizing that God is not a lifeless idol but the active, self-existent Creator who interacts with history and manifests His power on behalf of His people.
Canaanitesכְּנַעֲנִי
kena'ani · Hebrew Proper Noun (collective)
The collective name for the various idolatrous nations inhabiting the Promised Land; they represent the spiritual and moral opposition to God's kingdom that must be removed for Israel to dwell in holiness.
arkאָרוֹן
'aron · Hebrew Noun
A sacred chest covered in gold, serving as the visible throne and dwelling place of God's presence among His people, containing the tablets of the Law. It symbolized God's holy presence, His covenantal faithfulness, and His leadership over Israel.
covenantבְּרִית
berit · Hebrew Noun
A solemn, binding agreement or promise between God and humanity (or individuals), often ratified by blood, establishing a relationship defined by divine obligations and promises. It is the framework through which God interacts with His people throughout Scripture.
the LORDיהוה
YHWH · Hebrew Proper Noun
The personal name of the God of Israel, revealed to Moses, emphasizing His eternal, self-existent, and faithful nature. It is the covenant name that denotes His unique relationship with His people.
Lord of all the earthאֲדֹון כָּל־הָאָרֶץ
'adon kol ha'arets · Hebrew Noun Phrase
A title for God emphasizing His absolute sovereignty, ownership, and authority over all creation, nations, and natural forces. It asserts that there is no power or territory outside of His rule.
priestsכֹּהֵן
kohen · Hebrew Noun
A designated group among the twelve tribes of Israel, usually referring to priests or Levites in this context, whose role was to serve in the tabernacle and handle holy items. They acted as intermediaries and ministers of God's presence.
Jordanיַרְדֵּן
Yarden · Hebrew Proper Noun
A major river in Israel, often serving as a significant geographical and symbolic boundary between the wilderness of judgment and the promised land of inheritance. Crossing the Jordan represents transition, consecration, and entering into God's promises.
tribesשֵׁבֶט
shebet · Hebrew Noun
A division of the people of Israel based on the lineages of Jacob’s sons, forming the structural units of the covenant nation. Each tribe played a specific role in the collective identity and inheritance of Israel.
harvestקָצִיר
qatsir · Hebrew Noun
The seasonal time for reaping crops, frequently used in the Bible as a symbol of divine blessing, judgment, or the appointed time for God to bring His plans to fruition.
Jordanיַרְדֵּן
Yarden · Hebrew Proper Noun
Refers to the physical body of water that flows through the center of the Promised Land. Theologically, it often symbolizes a barrier or boundary that must be crossed to enter into God's promise or inheritance.
arkאָרוֹן
aron · Hebrew Noun
A sacred chest overlaid with gold, containing the tablets of the Ten Commandments. It served as the primary symbol of God’s visible presence, His holiness, and His covenant relationship with Israel.
covenantבְּרִית
berit · Hebrew Noun
A solemn, binding agreement or promise between God and His people, often ratified by sacrifice or ritual. It establishes the terms of relationship, responsibility, and divine protection within the context of God's redemptive plan.
LORDיְהוָה
YHWH · Hebrew Proper Noun
The proper name of the God of Israel, the I AM, who is self-existent and eternal. It signifies His personal, faithful character and His role as the sovereign Redeemer of His people.
priestsכֹּהֵן
kohen · Hebrew Noun
In this context, those consecrated to serve in the tabernacle/temple, responsible for performing rituals and mediating between God and the people. Their role here highlights the necessity of divine mediation and holiness in the presence of God.
Salt Seaיָם מֶלַח
yam melach · Hebrew Proper Noun phrase
Often referred to as the Dead Sea, it represents the lowest point on earth and serves as a geographic marker for the southern border of the land God gave to Israel. In scripture, it is frequently associated with judgment or the end of the Jordan's flow.
