Biblical References:
Jotbath, also referred to as Jotbathah, is mentioned in the Old Testament as one of the encampments of the Israelites during their wilderness wanderings. The primary reference to Jotbath is found in the Book of Numbers and the Book of Deuteronomy.

· Numbers 33:33-34 : "They set out from Hor-haggidgad and camped at Jotbathah. They set out from Jotbathah and camped at Abronah."
· Deuteronomy 10:7 : "From there they traveled to Gudgodah, and from Gudgodah to Jotbathah, a land with streams of water."

Geographical Context:
Jotbath is described as a place with streams of water, indicating a region of relative abundance and refreshment in the otherwise arid wilderness. Its exact location is not definitively known, but it is traditionally associated with the area in the southern part of the Sinai Peninsula or possibly in the northern region of the Arabian Peninsula. The mention of streams suggests it was a place of respite for the Israelites, providing necessary water resources during their journey.

Historical and Theological Significance:
Jotbath's mention in the context of the Israelites' journey highlights the providence and care of God for His people during their 40 years in the wilderness. The provision of water in Jotbath serves as a reminder of God's sustenance and the fulfillment of His promises to lead the Israelites to a land flowing with milk and honey. The journey from Gudgodah to Jotbathah, as noted in Deuteronomy, is part of the larger narrative of the Israelites' preparation to enter the Promised Land, emphasizing themes of trust, obedience, and divine guidance.

Cultural and Symbolic Insights:
In the broader biblical narrative, places like Jotbath symbolize moments of divine provision and rest. The presence of streams in Jotbath contrasts with the barrenness of the desert, symbolizing hope and renewal. This imagery resonates with the biblical motif of water as a source of life and blessing, often used to depict spiritual nourishment and the outpouring of God's grace.

Related Biblical Themes:
· Divine Provision: Jotbath serves as a testament to God's provision for His people, echoing other biblical accounts where God provides for physical needs, such as manna and quail in the wilderness.
· Journey and Pilgrimage: The encampment at Jotbath is part of the larger journey motif in Scripture, representing the spiritual pilgrimage of believers and the trials and triumphs encountered along the way.
· Water as a Symbol: The streams of Jotbath align with the biblical symbolism of water as life-giving and purifying, seen in other contexts such as the River of Life in Revelation and the living water offered by Jesus in the Gospels.

Jotbath, though briefly mentioned, plays a role in the tapestry of Israel's wilderness experience, illustrating God's faithfulness and the hope of His promises.3193. Yotbathah -- "pleasantness," a place in the desert
... Jotbath, Jotbathah. From Yotbah; Jotbathah, a place in the Desert -- Jotbath, Jotbathah.
see HEBREW Yotbah. 3192, 3193. Yotbathah. 3194 . Strong's Numbers.
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How Manasseh Reigned after Hezekiah; and How when He was in ...
... reigned fifty-five years, and was buried in his own garden; and the kingdom came
to his son Amon, whose mother's name was Meshulemeth, of the city of Jotbath. ...
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Jotbath (1 Occurrence)
... Multi-Version Concordance Jotbath (1 Occurrence). Deuteronomy 10:7 From there
they traveled to Gudgodah; and from Gudgodah to Jotbathah ...
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Jotbah (4 Occurrences)

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Jotbathah (3 Occurrences)

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Rivers (81 Occurrences)
... RSV). Deuteronomy 10:7 From thence they journeyed unto Gudgodah; and from
Gudgodah to Jotbath, a land of rivers of waters. (KJV WBS). ...
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Wanderings (7 Occurrences)
... The head of the Gulf was once farther North; and, near `Ain Ghudian (probably
Eziongeber) and `Ain et-Tabah (probably Jotbath), there is a mud flat which ...
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Thence (152 Occurrences)
... (KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS YLT). Deuteronomy 10:7 From thence they journeyed unto Gudgodah;
and from Gudgodah to Jotbath, a land of rivers of waters. ...
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Journeyed (111 Occurrences)
... (ASV JPS YLT RSV). Deuteronomy 10:7 From thence they journeyed unto Gudgodah;
and from Gudgodah to Jotbath, a land of rivers of waters. ...
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Israel (27466 Occurrences)
... The head of the Gulf was once farther North; and, near `Ain Ghudian (probably
Eziongeber) and `Ain et-Tabah (probably Jotbath), there is a mud flat which ...
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