Boundary of Promised Land
Boundary of Promised Land
After King David died, his son Solomon didn't waste time. He took charge of the kingdom like a boss. But he didn't stop there—he wanted to make the nation even stronger and richer? Solomon wasn't about to let his enemies walk all over him. He gathered his troops and went on the offense against hostile neighbors: Moabites, Ammonites, Edomites, and even the Philistines. His enemies learned quickly learned not to mess with him. Solomon also had a knack for business. He knew the importance of expanding his kingdom's wealth. So, he started making big trade deals with countries like Egypt and Phoenicia. He brought in all sorts of extravagant products—gold, silver, horses—you name it. His kingdom turned into this buzzing hub where people from all over would swing by to trade and network.
Solomon's harem
And there were the women. King Solomon, renowned for his wisdom, unfortunately succumbed to the allure of foreign women. Despite divine warnings against marrying multiple wives, he married an astounding 700, along with 300 concubines. These unions were politically motivated, aimed at forging alliances and establishing bonds with neighboring nations. However, these marriages ultimately led Solomon to idolatry, as his wives introduced foreign gods and rituals into his kingdom. This deviation from worshiping God alone, as Jewish law required, displeased the Lord, who eventually punished Solomon for his sins.Solomon beautifies Jerusalem
Jerusalem became the pride and joy of Solomon's reign. He had big plans for the capital city. He went all out and built this beautiful temple for the Almighty himself. Picture this: gold decorations, exquisite furnishings, and amazing artwork everywhere you looked. People were absolutely dazzled by it and came from far and wide just to see it. Jerusalem became the talk of the region.WHERE TO FIND MORE BIBLE MAPS
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Tent worship center
Tent worship center
Tent worship center
aka The Tabernacle
The Casual English Bible says the Tent Worship Center, also known as the Tabernacle, was a portable temple that the Israelites carried with them during their wanderings in the wilderness.
The Tabernacle was the center focus of their worship, and it played a crucial role in their religious and cultural identity. This is where they went to pray and to offer sacrifices to God.
Temple in a tent
The Bible describes the Tabernacle as a large tent, set up with its entrance facing the east.
Israelites divided the tent into sections. There was the Holy Place, where only the priests could go. They performed various rituals there, such as burning incense and lighting candles. There was also the Most Holy Place or the Holy of Holies. This was the most sacred room, reserved for the High Priest.
Parked inside: Ten Commandments
Israelites kept the Ark of the Covenant, which contained the Ten Commandments, in the Holy of Holies. The Bible describes the Ark as a symbol of God's covenant with Israel, and it was treated with great reverence and respect.
The Tabernacle was the site of all the main religious ceremonies, including sacrifices, offerings, and festivals. The Bible explains that the rituals were one way of helping maintain a connection with God and honoring His commands.
Temple à la cart
The Casual English Bible explains that Israelites built the Tabernacle to be portable. This allowed the Israelites to carry it with on carts as they journeyed through the deserts and badlands south of what is now Israel.
They made the worship center with of durable materials, including hard acacia wood and animal hides.
Replacing the tent with a temple
As the Israelites settled in the Promised Land, the Tabernacle was eventually replaced by the Temple in Jerusalem. However, the Tabernacle remains an important symbol of God's presence and the Israelites' journey through the wilderness.
Road to the Promised Land
Israelite route to the Promised Land
Model of Israel’s ancient worship center
Model of Israel's ancient worship center
Model of Israel's ancient worship center, a tent facility known as the Tabernacle. Hebrew ancestors of the Jewish people used it as a portable temple during the Exodus trip out of Egypt, on their way to the Promised Land of Israel.
Map Moses on the run to Midian
Moses returns to Egypt
Hebrews 11 map
Hebrews 11 map
Hebrews 11 map . "It took faith for these refugees to walk across the Red Sea on dry land."
Red Sea ahead