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Body of WaterThe Jordan River is the most significant river in biblical history, flowing from Mount Hermon to the Dead Sea. The Israelites miraculously crossed it to enter the Promised Land under Joshua. Naaman was healed of leprosy by washing in its waters. Most importantly, John the Baptist baptized Jesus in this river, marking the beginning of his public ministry. The river symbolizes transition, cleansing, and new beginnings.
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View details → JoshuaLed Israel across the Jordan into the Promised Land
ElijahParted the Jordan before ascending to heaven
ElishaParted the Jordan; directed Naaman to wash there
John the BaptistBaptized multitudes and Jesus himself in the Jordan
Jesus ChristWas baptized in the Jordan, beginning his public ministry
NaamanWas healed of leprosy by washing in the Jordan
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Elijah taken up to heaven
Jordan River · 2KI 2:11
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Esther before the kingSusa · EST 5:2
Gideon's three hundredSpring of Harod · JDG 7:7
Israel crosses the JordanJordan River · JOS 3:17
Jacob wrestles with the angelPeniel · GEN 32:24
Jacob's ladderBethel · GEN 28:12
Jesus walks on the waterSea of Galilee · MAT 14:25
Joseph made governor of EgyptEgypt · GEN 41:41
Joseph sold by his brothersDothan · GEN 37:28
Korah's rebellionWilderness of Paran · NUM 16:32
Manna in the wildernessWilderness of Sin · EXO 16:14
Naaman healed in the JordanJordan River · 2KI 5:14
Nehemiah rebuilds the wallsJerusalem · NEH 6:15
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JudahJudah was the southern kingdom formed after the division of Israel following Solomon's death. With Jerusalem as its capital, it was ruled by the descendants of David. The kingdom lasted from around 930 BC until the Babylonian conquest in 586 BC. The prophets Habakkuk, Jeremiah, and Isaiah ministered during its final years, warning of coming judgment.
JudeaJudea was the southern region of Israel, centered on Jerusalem. It was the heart of the ancient kingdom of Judah. Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea, was crucified in Jerusalem, and the early church spread from Judea to the ends of the earth.
Kadesh BarneaKadesh Barnea was an oasis in the wilderness of Zin, southern Canaan's border. From here Moses sent spies into Canaan. When the people rebelled at the spies' report, God condemned that generation to wander 40 years. It was also where Moses struck the rock.
Kibroth-hattaavahKibroth-hattaavah, meaning 'graves of craving' or 'graves of lust,' was a location in the wilderness where the Israelites camped during their Exodus journey. It became a site of divine judgment when the people complained about manna and craved meat. God sent quail in abundance, but those who indulged excessively were struck with a plague and buried there, giving the place its solemn name.
Kingdom of IsraelThe Kingdom of Israel was the northern kingdom established after the division of Solomon's united kingdom around 930 BC, consisting of ten tribes. It existed for about 200 years until its conquest by Assyria in 722 BC, with its capital eventually established at Samaria.
Land of UzThe land of Uz was where Job lived. Its exact location is uncertain, but it was probably in the region east of the Jordan River, possibly in Edom or northern Arabia. Job is described as the greatest man among all the peoples of the East who lived in this land.
LehiLehi (meaning "jawbone") was a place where Samson killed a thousand Philistines with the jawbone of a donkey. Afterward, God provided water from a hollow place at Lehi when Samson was dying of thirst, calling the place En Hakkore ("spring of him who called").
MagdalaMagdala was a fishing town on the western shore of the Sea of Galilee. It was the hometown of Mary Magdalene, one of Jesus' most devoted followers who witnessed both His crucifixion and resurrection. The town was known for its fish processing and boat building.
MaltaMalta (called Melita in Acts) is the island in the Mediterranean Sea where Paul was shipwrecked on his journey to Rome. The islanders showed unusual kindness. Paul survived a viper bite unharmed and healed the sick, leading many to honor him and provide supplies for his continuing journey.
MarahThe first stop after the sea, three days into the wilderness of Shur, where Israel found water it could not drink. The name means bitterness. The Lord showed Moses a piece of wood; he cast it into the water and the water became sweet.
MidianMidian was a region in northwestern Arabia, east of the Gulf of Aqaba. Moses fled here after killing an Egyptian and spent 40 years as a shepherd, marrying Zipporah. God appeared to him in the burning bush here, calling him to deliver Israel from Egypt.
MizpahMizpah, meaning "watchtower," was a significant location in Israel's history. Jacob and Laban made a covenant here. Samuel gathered Israel here for prayer and they defeated the Philistines. It served as a place of assembly and judgment throughout Israel's early history.