Then ye shall let your children know, saying, Israel came over this Jordan on dry land.
Then you should tell your children, 'Israel crossed over this Jordan River on dry ground.'
The writer is instructing the Israelites to make sure they tell their children the story of how God miraculously helped them cross the Jordan River.
📚 Historical Context
In the Book of Joshua, after the death of Moses, the Israelites were preparing to enter the Promised Land under Joshua's leadership. God miraculously parted the waters of the Jordan River, allowing the entire nation to cross on dry ground, which served as a powerful sign of His provision and a parallel to the Red Sea crossing. This event was specifically commanded to be remembered and taught to future generations as a testament to God's faithfulness.
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