Bible Verses About "What Is the Significance of the Jordan River in the Bible"
The Jordan River represents transition, cleansing, and entering God's promises — from Israel crossing into Canaan to Jesus' baptism.
The Jordan River represents transition, cleansing, and entering God's promises — from Israel crossing into Canaan to Jesus' baptism.
"And the priests that bare the ark of the covenant of the LORD stood firm on dry ground in the midst of Jordan, and all the Israelites passed over on dry ground, until all the people were passed clean over Jordan." — Joshua 3:17 (KJV)
KJV Verses That Answer This Question
The Scriptures below are gathered specifically to address "What Is the Significance of the Jordan River in the Bible?" Each is quoted in the King James Version with a link to its full chapter.
"And the priests that bare the ark of the covenant of the LORD stood firm on dry ground in the midst of Jordan, and all the Israelites passed over on dry ground, until all the people were passed clean over Jordan."
"And Jesus, when he was baptized, went up straightway out of the water: and, lo, the heavens were opened unto him, and he saw the Spirit of God descending like a dove, and lighting upon him."
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