And as they that bare the ark were come unto Jordan, and the feet of the priests that bare the ark were dipped in the brim of the water, (for Jordan overfloweth all his banks all the time of harvest,)
And when the priests carrying the ark reached the Jordan River and their feet touched the edge of the water (the Jordan was overflowing its banks during harvest time),
This verse describes the moment when the priests carrying the ark of God stepped into the flooding Jordan River, setting the stage for God's miraculous intervention.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Joshua, the Israelites, led by Joshua after Moses' death, were preparing to enter the Promised Land by crossing the Jordan River, marking a pivotal moment in their journey from wilderness wandering to conquest. The river was overflowing its banks during the harvest season, which typically made it impassable and emphasized the need for a miraculous intervention from God. This sets the stage for the parting of the waters, demonstrating God's faithfulness to His people as they obeyed His commands.
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