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Field Notes: Nile River
The Nile River was the lifeline of ancient Egypt, providing water, food, and transportation. It is where Moses was placed in a basket and found by Pharoah’s daughter (Exodus 2). It is where the first plague occurred, when the water was turned to blood (Exodus 7). The Nile played a central role in Egypt’s power … Read more
Field Notes: Mediterranean Sea
The Mediterranean Sea formed the western boundary of the land of Israel. It was a major route for travel and trade in the ancient world. The Apostle Paul traveled across it during his missionary journeys, including his voyage to Rome. It is where Paul was shipwrecked on his way to Rome (Acts 27). Jesus’s ministry … Read more
Field Notes: Dead Sea
The Dead Sea is a salt lake located at the lowest point on earth. Water flows from the Sea of Galilee (a place with much life) through the Jordan River into the Dead Sea. The Dead Sea has no outlet, so water flows in but does not flow out, resulting in the inability for any … Read more
Field Notes: Sea of Galilee
The Sea of Galilee was the center of Jesus’ ministry in northern Israel. Many of His most well-known moments happened there. It’s where He called fishermen like Peter, Andrew, James, and John to follow Him. It’s where Jesus calmed a raging storm. It is where Jesus walked on water, and where Peter also walked on … Read more
Field Notes: Jordan River
When the Israelites led by Joshua reached the Jordan River, it was at flood stage – fast and deep – impossible to cross on their own. God instructed the priests carrying the Ark of the Covenant to step into the water. As soon as their feet touched the river, the flow stopped, and the people … Read more
Field Notes: Red Sea
When the Israelites reached the Red Sea, they were trapped. Pharoah’s army was right behind them, the Red Sea was in front of them, and they had nowhere to go. God told Moses to stretch out his hand, and the waters of the Red Sea parted. The people crossed on dry ground with walls of … Read more
Well, Well, Well…
Wells show up all over Scripture…and it’s never just about getting water. Wells are where people meet, where things change, where realizations happen… and sometimes where the story takes a turn. Rebekah at the Well (Genesis 24) Moses at the Well (Exodus 2) Beer-sheba – Wells of Abraham & Isaac (Genesis 21, 26) Hagar’s Well … Read more
Mountains of the Bible
Many important events in Scripture happen on mountains. Here are some of the most significant. Mount Sinai/Horeb Mount Zion Mount of Olives Mount Carmel Mount Tabor Mount Hermon Mount Ararat Mount Moriah Mount Nebo Mount Gerizim Mount Ebal Now that you’ve finished your Mountainous Geography of the Bible 101 mini-course, please take your Final Exam. … Read more
Field Notes: Mount Gerizim
Mount Gerizim rises just south of the ancient city of Shechem (modern Nablus). Across the valley to the north stands Mount Ebal. The two ridges face each other across the narrow valley where Israel once gathered. In the Bible, Mount Gerizim became known as the “mountain of blessings”. When Israel entered the Promised Land, the … Read more