KING JAMES BIBLE · PCE
Joshua 3:16–17
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Joshua 3:16
16That the waters which came down from above stood and rose up upon an heap very far from the city Adam, that is beside Zaretan: and those that came down toward the sea of the plain, even the salt sea, failed, and were cut off: and the people passed over right against Jericho.
16That the waters which came downe from aboue, stood and rose vp vpon an heape very farre, from the city Adam, that is beside Zaretan: and those that came downe toward the sea of the plaine, euen the salt sea, failed, and were cut off: and the people passed ouer right against Iericho.
Joshua 3:17
17And 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.
17And the Priestes that bare the Arke of the Couenant of the LORD, stood firme on drie ground, in the midst of Iordan, and all the Israelites passed ouer on drie ground, vntill all the people were passed cleane ouer Iordan.
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DEFINED WORDS
Joshua 3:16
From a higher place or position to a lower one; below.
Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE + 1611)
Arose, stood up, or went upward; also a fragrant flower, according to context.
Meaning drawn from: Webster 1828
A pile or mass; to collect or pile up.
Meaning drawn from: Webster 1828
Truly or in a high degree; as an adjective, true or real.
Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE + 1611)
At the side of; apart from; or in addition to.
Meaning drawn from: Skeat 1893
In the direction of; in relation to; approaching; or inclined and ready, according to context.
Meaning drawn from: Skeat 1893
Level or open land with little rise or depression; also clear, evident, simple, or unadorned, according to context.
Meaning drawn from: Webster 1828 · Webster 1828 (independently verified transcription) · Strong 1890 (KJV alignment witness) · KJV usage (PCE)
Indeed or precisely; adding emphasis to what follows.
Meaning drawn from: Webster 1828 · KJV usage (PCE + 1611)
A mineral substance used for seasoning and preservation; figuratively, a preserving or purifying influence.
Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE + 1611)
Became deficient, ceased, proved insufficient, or did not succeed.
Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE + 1611) · Webster 1828 · Strong 1890 (KJV alignment witness)
To divide, sever, remove, or wound with a sharp instrument; figuratively, to grieve deeply or bring to an end.
Meaning drawn from: Webster 1828 · KJV usage (PCE + 1611)
Persons collectively; a nation, community, or group considered as a body.
Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE + 1611)
Enacted; having received all the formalities necessary to constitute a law.
Meaning drawn from: Webster 1828
Straight, correct, just, proper, or belonging to a lawful claim; also the opposite of left.
Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE + 1611) · Webster 1828 · Strong 1890 (KJV alignment witness)
Opposed to, contrary to, facing, toward, or in contact with; in some settings, exposed to or ready for a stated time.
Meaning drawn from: Skeat 1893
DEFINED WORDS
Joshua 3:17
Persons who officiate in sacred service, especially by offering sacrifices or ministering in worship; KJV contexts distinguish Mosaic priests, priests of other gods, chief priests, and persons made priests unto God.
Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE) · Strong 1890 (alignment witness) · Webster 1828 (headword: priest)
Uncovered or naked; also carried, endured, or produced, according to context.
Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE + 1611)
A solemn, binding agreement, pledge, or declared arrangement; in Scripture, especially one established by God.
Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE) · Strong 1890 (alignment witness) · Webster 1828
LORD: The name of God the Father in English, from the Hebrew Tetragrammaton YHWH, also rendered GOD and JEHOVAH. Lord: A title applied to God and Christ as ruler and master, the one to whom worship and obedience are due. lord: A male master, owner, ruler, or superior addressed or described as one having authority.
Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE) · Strong 1890 (alignment witness) · Webster 1828
Properly, fixed; hence, applied to the matter of bodies, it signifies closely compressed; compact; hard; solid.
Meaning drawn from: Webster 1828 · KJV usage (PCE + 1611)
Without moisture; also to become or make free from moisture.
Meaning drawn from: Webster 1828
The earth or soil; a foundation, basis, or reason; also to establish firmly.
Meaning drawn from: Webster 1828
The middle or central part; the position among or surrounded by others.
Meaning drawn from: Webster 1828 · KJV usage (PCE + 1611) · KJV usage (PCE)
Wholly, entirely, or altogether; every one or the whole amount, according to context.
Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE + 1611)
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Israelites
Descendants or people of Israel; members of the nation of Israel.
Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE) · Strong 1890 (KJV alignment witness)
Enacted; having received all the formalities necessary to constitute a law.
Meaning drawn from: Webster 1828
Persons collectively; a nation, community, or group considered as a body.
Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE + 1611)
Pure or free from defilement; also wholly or entirely.
Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE + 1611)
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From verse 16
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Open the full verse study13And it shall come to pass, as soon as the soles of the feet of the priests that bear the ark of the Lord, the Lord of all the earth, shall rest in the waters of Jordan, that the waters of Jordan shall be cut off from the waters that come down from above; and they shall stand upon an heap.
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Open the full verse study12Baana the son of Ahilud; to him pertained Taanach and Megiddo, and all Beth-shean, which is by Zartanah beneath Jezreel, from Beth-shean to Abel-meholah, even unto the place that is beyond Jokneam:
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Open the full verse study46In the plain of Jordan did the king cast them, in the clay ground between Succoth and Zarthan.
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Open the full verse study3All these were joined together in the vale of Siddim, which is the salt sea.
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Open the full verse study1THESE be the words which Moses spake unto all Israel on this side Jordan in the wilderness, in the plain over against the Red sea, between Paran, and Tophel, and Laban, and Hazeroth, and Dizahab.
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Open the full verse study3Then your south quarter shall be from the wilderness of Zin along by the coast of Edom, and your south border shall be the outmost coast of the salt sea eastward:
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Open the full verse study3The sea saw it, and fled: Jordan was driven back.
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Open the full verse study17The plain also, and Jordan, and the coast thereof, from Chinnereth even unto the sea of the plain, even the salt sea, under Ashdoth-pisgah eastward.
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Open the full verse study2And their south border was from the shore of the salt sea, from the bay that looketh southward:
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Open the full verse study24But the ship was now in the midst of the sea, tossed with waves: for the wind was contrary.
25And in the fourth watch of the night Jesus went unto them, walking on the sea.
26And when the disciples saw him walking on the sea, they were troubled, saying, It is a spirit; and they cried out for fear.
27But straightway Jesus spake unto them, saying, Be of good cheer; it is I; be not afraid.
28And Peter answered him and said, Lord, if it be thou, bid me come unto thee on the water.
29And he said, Come. And when Peter was come down out of the ship, he walked on the water, to go to Jesus.
30But when he saw the wind boisterous, he was afraid; and beginning to sink, he cried, saying, Lord, save me.
31And immediately Jesus stretched forth his hand, and caught him, and said unto him, O thou of little faith, wherefore didst thou doubt?
32And when they were come into the ship, the wind ceased.
33Then they that were in the ship came and worshipped him, saying, Of a truth thou art the Son of God.
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Open the full verse study26And he saith unto them, Why are ye fearful, O ye of little faith? Then he arose, and rebuked the winds and the sea; and there was a great calm.
27But the men marvelled, saying, What manner of man is this, that even the winds and the sea obey him!
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Open the full verse study10The Lord sitteth upon the flood; yea, the Lord sitteth King for ever.
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Open the full verse study6He turned the sea into dry land: they went through the flood on foot: there did we rejoice in him.
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Open the full verse study15Thou didst cleave the fountain and the flood: thou driedst up mighty rivers.
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Open the full verse study19Thy way is in the sea, and thy path in the great waters, and thy footsteps are not known.
From verse 17
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Open the full verse study22And the children of Israel went into the midst of the sea upon the dry ground: and the waters were a wall unto them on their right hand, and on their left.
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Open the full verse study29But the children of Israel walked upon dry land in the midst of the sea; and the waters were a wall unto them on their right hand, and on their left.
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Open the full verse study6He turned the sea into dry land: they went through the flood on foot: there did we rejoice in him.
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Open the full verse study8He will swallow up death in victory; and the Lord God will wipe away tears from off all faces; and the rebuke of his people shall he take away from off all the earth: for the Lord hath spoken it.
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Open the full verse study8And Elijah took his mantle, and wrapped it together, and smote the waters, and they were divided hither and thither, so that they two went over on dry ground.
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Open the full verse study3And command ye them, saying, Take you hence out of the midst of Jordan, out of the place where the priests’ feet stood firm, twelve stones, and ye shall carry them over with you, and leave them in the lodging place, where ye shall lodge this night.
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Open the full verse study29By faith they passed through the Red sea as by dry land: which the Egyptians assaying to do were drowned.
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