In the context of the Bible, expeditions often refer to journeys or missions undertaken for specific purposes, whether they be military, exploratory, or spiritual. These expeditions are significant in understanding the historical and theological narratives within the Scriptures.

Military Expeditions

One of the most notable military expeditions in the Bible is the conquest of Canaan led by Joshua. After the death of Moses, Joshua was appointed to lead the Israelites into the Promised Land. This expedition is detailed in the Book of Joshua, where God commands Joshua to be strong and courageous as he leads the people (Joshua 1:6). The conquest involved a series of battles, including the famous fall of Jericho, where the walls collapsed after the Israelites marched around the city for seven days (Joshua 6:20).

Another significant military expedition is King David's campaigns to establish and secure the kingdom of Israel. David's military prowess is highlighted in his battles against the Philistines, Moabites, and other neighboring nations. These expeditions were often seen as divinely sanctioned, with David seeking God's guidance before engaging in battle (1 Samuel 23:2).

Exploratory Expeditions

Exploratory expeditions in the Bible are often associated with the search for new lands or resources. One of the earliest examples is the journey of the twelve spies sent by Moses to explore the land of Canaan. This reconnaissance mission aimed to assess the land's fertility and the strength of its inhabitants (Numbers 13:17-20). The report brought back by the spies was mixed, with ten of them expressing fear due to the formidable inhabitants, while Joshua and Caleb encouraged the Israelites to trust in God's promise (Numbers 13:30).

Spiritual Expeditions

Spiritual expeditions in the Bible often involve journeys of faith and obedience to God's call. Abraham's journey from Ur to the land of Canaan is a prime example. God called Abraham to leave his homeland and go to a land that He would show him, promising to make him a great nation (Genesis 12:1-2). This expedition was foundational for the establishment of the covenant between God and Abraham's descendants.

The apostle Paul's missionary journeys in the New Testament are another form of spiritual expedition. Paul traveled extensively throughout the Roman Empire, spreading the Gospel and establishing churches. His journeys are recorded in the Book of Acts and his epistles, highlighting the challenges and triumphs he faced in his mission to proclaim Christ to the Gentiles (Acts 13-28).

Symbolic Expeditions

The Bible also uses the concept of expeditions symbolically to describe the spiritual journey of believers. The pilgrimage of the Israelites from Egypt to the Promised Land is often seen as a metaphor for the Christian journey from sin to salvation. The author of Hebrews encourages believers to view their lives as a journey of faith, looking to Jesus as the pioneer and perfecter of their faith (Hebrews 12:1-2).

In summary, expeditions in the Bible encompass a range of journeys, each with its own purpose and significance. Whether military, exploratory, spiritual, or symbolic, these expeditions reveal the unfolding of God's plan and the faithfulness of His people in responding to His call.

How Antiochus, who was Called Dionysus, and after Him Aretas Made ...
... How Antiochus, Who Was Called Dionysus, And After Him Aretas Made Expeditions Into
Judea; As Also How Alexander Took Many Cities And Then Returned To Jerusalem ...
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How Hadad King of Damascus and of Syria, Made Two Expeditions ...
... From The Death Of David To The Death Of Ahab. CHAPTER 14. How Hadad King Of Damascus
And Of Syria, Made Two Expeditions Against Ahab And Was Beaten. ...
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The Morning. AD 1100-1250
... But not only did the frequent expeditions of the Hohenstauffens into Italy bring
the Germans into contact with the more refined culture of the Lombard cities ...
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Herodotus and Xenophon.
... public affairs were discussed."Literary entertainments."Herodotus's early love of
knowledge."Intercourse of nations."Military expeditions."Plan of ...
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The Paradoxes of Christianity
... Yet scientific men are still organizing expeditions to find the North Pole,
because they are so fond of flat country. Scientific ...
/.../chesterton/orthodoxy/vi the paradoxes of christianity.htm

Egypt
... Britain. While the Fifth and Sixth dynasties were reigning, exploring
expeditions were sent into the lands of the Upper Nile. The ...
/.../sayce/early israel and the surrounding nations/chapter v egypt.htm

History Of Egypt, Chaldaea, Syria, Babylonia, and Assyria, V 7
... (825-812 BC), his first three expeditions, his campaigns against Babylon --
Bammdn-nirdri IV, (812-783 BC) -- Jehu, Athaliah, Joash: the supremacy of Hazael ...
/.../history of egypt chaldaea syria babylonia and assyria v 7/title page.htm

History Of Egypt, Chaldaea, Syria, Babylonia, and Assyria, V 9
... Cambyses' plans for conquest; the abortive expeditions to the oceans of Amnion and
Carthage -- The kingdom of Ethiopia, its kings, its customs: the Persians ...
/.../history of egypt chaldaea syria babylonia and assyria v 9/title page.htm

The Power of Assyria at Its Zenith; Esarhaddon and Assur-Bani-Pal
... the Cimmerians, the tribes of Cilicia, and against Sidon (680-679 BC); Cimmerian
and Scythian invasions, revolt of vie Mannai, and expeditions against the Medes ...
/.../chapter iithe power of assyria.htm

Volume ii. , Part C. The First Theban Empire
... fortresses and the Nilometer of Semneh"The vile Kush and its inhabitants: the wars
against Kush and their consequences; the gold-mines"Expeditions to Puanit ...
/.../volume ii part c the.htm

Expeditions (1 Occurrence)
...Expeditions (1 Occurrence). 1 Chronicles 12:21 And they helped David in his expeditions;
for they were all mighty men of valour, and were captains in the host. ...
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Hadrach (1 Occurrence)
... made two expeditions, the first against Damascus BC 773, and the second
against Hadrach BC 772; and again that Asshurdanin-il II. ...
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Esau (89 Occurrences)
... His father warmed toward him rather than toward Jacob, because Esau's hunting
expeditions resulted in meats that appealed to the old man's taste (Genesis 25:28 ...
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Benhadad (24 Occurrences)
... BENHADAD II 1. Hadad-'idri of the Monuments 2. Expeditions against Israel 3. Alliance
with Ahab 4. Biblical History Confirmed by the Monuments 5. Alliance ...
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Expel (29 Occurrences)

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Dispersion (4 Occurrences)
... Ptolemy I of Egypt (322-285 BC) by his expeditions to Palestine and his capture
of Jerusalem added largely to the Jewish population of Alexandria. ...
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History (57 Occurrences)
... Such expeditions for conquest in the direction of the Mediterranean lands were
undertaken at an early period by Babylonian rulers, Sargon I of Akkad and his ...
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Judah (802 Occurrences)
... was a movement of the whole people of Israel under the leadership of Joshua; according
to the Book of Judges, it consisted of a series of expeditions made by ...
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Israel (27466 Occurrences)
... Such expeditions for conquest in the direction of the Mediterranean lands were
undertaken at an early period by Babylonian rulers, Sargon I of Akkad and his ...
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Jehoahaz (22 Occurrences)
... great conqueror, Shalmaneser II, had died, and his son Samsi-Ramman IV had to meet
a revolt within the empire, and was busy with expeditions against Babylon ...
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