Joshua 4:1 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

And it came to pass, when all the people were clean passed over Jordan, that the LORD spake unto Joshua, saying,

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

After all the people had completely crossed over the Jordan River, the LORD spoke to Joshua, saying,

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse marks the moment when God spoke to Joshua after the entire nation of Israel had successfully crossed the Jordan River.

📚 Historical Context

After the Israelites had miraculously crossed the Jordan River on dry ground, led by Joshua, this event marked the fulfillment of God's promise to bring them into the Promised Land after their 40 years of wandering in the wilderness. This crossing paralleled the earlier Red Sea parting under Moses, symbolizing God's ongoing faithfulness and power in delivering His people. At this moment, God begins to speak directly to Joshua, providing instructions for the nation to remember and commemorate the miracle.

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