Topical Encyclopedia In the biblical context, soldiers often played a crucial role in maintaining order and providing protection, including performing escort duties. This function is evident in several passages throughout the Scriptures, where soldiers are depicted as protectors and escorts for individuals of importance or those in need of safe passage.One notable instance of soldiers performing escort duty is found in the New Testament, in the Book of Acts. The Apostle Paul, a central figure in early Christianity, was frequently in need of protection due to the contentious nature of his ministry. In Acts 23:23-24 , we read about a significant escort mission: "Then he called two of his centurions and said, 'Prepare two hundred soldiers, seventy horsemen, and two hundred spearmen to go to Caesarea at the third hour of the night. Provide mounts for Paul to ride, and take him safely to Governor Felix.'" This passage highlights the Roman soldiers' role in ensuring Paul's safe passage from Jerusalem to Caesarea, demonstrating the importance of military escorts in safeguarding individuals against potential threats. The Old Testament also provides examples of soldiers performing escort duties. In 2 Kings 11:4-12, we see the protection of Joash, the young heir to the throne of Judah. Jehoiada the priest orchestrated a plan involving the captains of the guard and soldiers to protect Joash from the murderous intentions of Queen Athaliah. The soldiers' role was to ensure the safety of the rightful king, illustrating the use of military force to uphold divine and royal order. In the broader biblical narrative, the presence of soldiers as escorts underscores the necessity of maintaining order and protection in a world often marked by conflict and danger. The use of military escorts reflects the understanding of authority and governance as ordained by God, with soldiers acting as instruments to fulfill divine purposes. Romans 13:1-4 speaks to this concept, emphasizing the role of governing authorities as servants of God, tasked with maintaining peace and justice: "Let every soul be subject to the governing authorities, for there is no authority except that which is from God. The authorities that exist have been appointed by God." The role of soldiers in performing escort duties is thus seen as an extension of their broader responsibility to protect and serve, ensuring the safety and security of individuals and upholding the order established by God. Through these biblical accounts, we gain insight into the historical and theological significance of military escorts in the biblical world. Nave's Topical Index Acts 21:31-33,35And as they went about to kill him, tidings came to the chief captain of the band, that all Jerusalem was in an uproar. Nave's Topical Index Acts 22:24-28 Acts 23:23,31-33 Acts 27:1,31,42,43 Acts 28:16 Library The Acceptance of the Christian Conception of Life Will Emancipate ... In Pilate's Judgment Hall Eutyches and Philip in Profundis Conclusion --Repent Ye, for the Kingdom of Heaven is at Hand. The North African Church under the Vandals. Letter cxxx. To Demetrias. The Political Constitution of Egypt The Eighteenth Theban Dynasty --(Continued) Tiglath-Pileser iii. And the Organisation of the Assyrian Empire ... Period I: the Imperial State Church of the Undivided Empire, or ... Resources Who was Gedaliah in the Bible? | GotQuestions.orgWhy did Jesus say “Father, forgive them” on the cross? | GotQuestions.org What is the sword of the Spirit? | GotQuestions.org Soldiers: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Subtopics Soldiers of the Divine Protection Soldiers: Cowards Excused from Duty As Soldiers: Guard the Gravesite of Jesus Soldiers: Jesus Called Captain of Our Salvation Soldiers: Levies of, in the Ratio of One Man to Ten Subject to Duty Soldiers: Military Enrollment of Israel in the Wilderness of Sinai Soldiers: Officers Concerned in the Betrayal of Jesus Soldiers: On the Plains of Moab Soldiers: Others Exempt from Service Soldiers: Their Duty As Sentinels Related Terms |
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