Josué - Caput 3

Josué 3.1 igitur Iosue de nocte consurgens movit castra egredientesque de Setthim venerunt ad Iordanem ipse et omnes filii Israhel et morati sunt ibi per tres dies Josué 3.2 quibus evolutis transierunt praecones per castrorum medium Josué 3.3 et clamare coeperunt quando videritis arcam foederis Domini Dei vestri et sacerdotes stirpis leviticae portantes eam vos quoque consurgite et sequimini praecedentes Josué 3.4 sitque inter vos et arcam spatium cubitorum duum milium ut procul videre possitis et nosse per quam viam ingrediamini quia prius non ambulastis per eam et cavete ne adpropinquetis ad arcam Josué 3.5 dixitque Iosue ad populum sanctificamini cras enim faciet Dominus inter vos mirabilia Josué 3.6 et ait ad sacerdotes tollite arcam foederis et praecedite populum qui iussa conplentes tulerunt et ambulaverunt ante eos Josué 3.7 dixitque Dominus ad Iosue hodie incipiam exaltare te coram omni Israhel ut sciant quod sicut cum Mosi fui ita et tecum sim Josué 3.8 tu autem praecipe sacerdotibus qui portant arcam foederis et dic eis cum ingressi fueritis partem aquae Iordanis state in ea Josué 3.9 dixitque Iosue ad filios Israhel accedite huc et audite verba Domini Dei vestri Josué 3.10 et rursum in hoc inquit scietis quod Dominus Deus vivens in medio vestri est et disperdat in conspectu vestro Chananeum Hettheum Eveum et Ferezeum Gergeseum quoque et Amorreum et Iebuseum Josué 3.11 ecce arca foederis Domini omnis terrae antecedet vos per Iordanem Josué 3.12 parate duodecim viros de tribubus Israhel singulos per singulas tribus Josué 3.13 et cum posuerint vestigia pedum suorum sacerdotes qui portant arcam Domini Dei universae terrae in aquis Iordanis aquae quae inferiores sunt decurrent atque deficient quae autem desuper veniunt in una mole consistent Josué 3.14 igitur egressus est populus de tabernaculis suis ut transirent Iordanem et sacerdotes qui portabant arcam foederis pergebant ante eum Josué 3.15 ingressisque eis Iordanem et pedibus eorum tinctis in parte aquae cum Iordanis autem ripas alvei sui tempore messis impleret Josué 3.16 steterunt aquae descendentes in uno loco et instar montis intumescentes apparebant procul ab urbe quae vocatur Adom usque ad locum Sarthan quae autem inferiores erant in mare Solitudinis quod nunc vocatur Mortuum descenderunt usquequo omnino deficerent Josué 3.17 populus autem incedebat contra Iordanem et sacerdotes qui portabant arcam foederis Domini stabant super siccam humum in medio Iordanis accincti omnisque populus per arentem alveum transiebat

Josué : Caput 3

The Miraculous Crossing of the Jordan

Chapter 3 of the Book of Joshua offers us a powerful account of the miraculous crossing of the Jordan River, a pivotal moment in Israel's history. This text illustrates how God demonstrates His power and presence among His people. By leading the Israelites to the Promised Land, led by the Ark of the Covenant, God demonstrates His holiness, His faithfulness to His promises, and the paramount importance of obedience.

This chapter draws significant parallels with the Exodus, highlighting God's care for His people. We invite you to explore five biblical passages that illuminate the profound themes of this transformative chapter.

Psalm 114:3

"The sea looked and fled, the Jordan rolled back;" This psalm evokes the miraculous crossing of the Jordan as recounted in Joshua 3, recalling God's power in the face of the elements.

Isaiah 43:2

"When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not hide you. When you walk through the fire, you You will not be burned; the flames will not let you burn." This verse echoes the divine protection Israel experienced during their crossing of the Jordan River, affirming that God is always present in times of trial.

Hebrews 11:29

"By faith the people passed through the Red Sea as if on dry land; but when the Egyptians tried to do so, they were drowned." Although this verse refers to the Red Sea, it highlights the faith needed to miraculously cross the waters, just as in Joshua 3.

Exodus 25:10-22

"[Description of the Ark of the Covenant]" This passage describes the Ark of the Covenant, which plays a central role in the crossing of the Jordan River. The Ark symbolizes God's presence among his people and his guidance in critical times.

1 Peter 2:9

"But you are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, the people of God, to proclaim the praises of him who called you out of darkness into his marvelous light." This verse reflects the role of the priests in leading the people across the Jordan, emphasizing the importance of their sacred mission in God's plan.

By meditating on these passages, we can better understand God's greatness and his desire to lead us to our own Promised Land, calling us to active faith and joyful obedience.