Definition and Etymology:
The term "sedan" does not appear in the Bible; however, it is a modern term referring to a type of enclosed automobile. In the context of biblical times, transportation was primarily by foot, animal, or simple chariots and carts. The concept of a "sedan" as we understand it today did not exist in the ancient world.

Biblical Context:
While the Bible does not mention sedans, it does provide insight into the modes of transportation and conveyance used during biblical times. The primary means of travel included walking, riding animals such as donkeys and camels, and using chariots or carts for longer journeys or the transport of goods.

Relevant Biblical Passages:

1. Walking:
Walking was the most common form of travel. Jesus and His disciples often traveled by foot, as seen in numerous passages throughout the Gospels. For example, in Matthew 4:18 , "As Jesus was walking beside the Sea of Galilee, He saw two brothers, Simon called Peter and his brother Andrew."

2. Animals for Riding:
Donkeys and camels were frequently used for personal travel and carrying loads. In Genesis 22:3 , Abraham "saddled his donkey" for the journey to Moriah. Camels were also significant, as seen in Genesis 24:10 , where Abraham's servant took "ten of his master’s camels" to find a wife for Isaac.

3. Chariots and Carts:
Chariots were used in warfare and for ceremonial purposes. In Exodus 14:7 , Pharaoh pursued the Israelites with "six hundred of the best chariots." Carts were used for transporting goods, as in 1 Samuel 6:7 , where the Philistines returned the Ark of the Covenant on a "new cart."

Cultural and Historical Insights:
In biblical times, the concept of personal, enclosed transportation like a sedan was unimaginable. The reliance on animals and simple vehicles reflects the agrarian and nomadic lifestyle of the ancient Near East. The development of roads and infrastructure was minimal, and travel was often arduous and time-consuming.

Symbolic and Theological Implications:
Transportation in the Bible often symbolizes the journey of faith and obedience to God's call. The willingness to travel, whether by foot or animal, reflects a readiness to follow God's leading, as seen in the journeys of Abraham, Moses, and the apostles. The absence of modern conveniences like sedans highlights the reliance on God's provision and guidance in the lives of biblical figures.

Modern Application:
While the Bible does not address modern vehicles, the principles of stewardship, responsibility, and gratitude for God's provision can be applied to the use of contemporary transportation. Believers are encouraged to use their resources, including vehicles, in ways that honor God and serve others, reflecting the biblical call to love one's neighbor and care for creation.(n.) A portable chair or covered vehicle for carrying a single person, -- usually borne on poles by two men. Called also sedan chair.668. appiryon -- a sedan, litter, palanquin
... 667, 668. appiryon. 669 . a sedan, litter, palanquin. Transliteration: appiryon
Phonetic Spelling: (ap-pir-yone') Short Definition: chair. ...
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General Literature
... Callias Caryon (A.), Apologie pour S. Gregoire evecque de Rome premier du nom,
autrement dit, Gregoire le Grand... a Sedan, 1603, sm.8?�. ... Sedan, 1650, 12?�. ...
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The Right to Privacy
... door. "Wouldn't you like to come and see the new daughter-in-law?" he asks
politely. "The sedan chair is just arriving. Hurry!". ...
/...//christianbookshelf.org/williamson/have we no rights/chapter 5 the right to.htm

The Great Furnace for a Great Soul
... The day dawned when she was dressed in the scarlet bridal clothes, a voluminous
embroidered satin gown over all; this came with the sedan chair which was to ...
/.../cable/the fulfilment of a dream of pastor hsis/chapter xi the great furnace.htm

Of the Navigation of King Agrippa to Rome, to Tiberius Caesar; and ...
... upon Agrippa's lying hard at her continually to beg this favor, took the following
opportunity: As Tiberius lay once at his ease upon his sedan, and was ...
/.../josephus/the antiquities of the jews/chapter 6 of the navigation.htm

Illustrations
... Students' quarters, Gan-k'ing Training Home 104 26. A Mandarin's sedan chair
105 27. A presentation banner (a mark of high respect) 110 28. ...
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The City of the "Elegant Gate"[*]
... of Amoy. Instead of carriages the more wealthy inhabitants use sedan chairs,
which are usually borne by two bearers. The higher ...
/...//christianbookshelf.org/fagg/forty years in south china/iii the city of the.htm

The Last Two Decades.
... Gospel boats.' He expected to land at one of the Mission stations on the mainland
northeast from Amoy, and then travel overland on foot or by sedan-chair to ...
/.../fagg/forty years in south china/xi the last two decades.htm

First Evangelistic Efforts
... A wheel-barrow is cheaper than a sedan, only requiring one coolie; but is
by no means an agreeable conveyance on rough, dirty roads. ...
/.../taylor/a retrospect/chapter x first evangelistic efforts.htm

Arguments Drawn Even from Heathenish Laws to Discountenance ...
... Whence but from the devil are they to seek a husband apt for maintaining their sedan,
and their mules, and their hair-curlers of outlandish stature? ...
/.../tertullian/to his wife/chapter viii arguments drawn even from.htm

The Epistle to the Hebrews.
... at Douai, 1614, etc.); Jac. Cappellus (Sedan, 1624); Lud. Cappellus (Geneva, 1632);
Grotius (d.1645, Arminian, a great classical and general scholar); Joh. ...
/.../schaff/history of the christian church volume i/section 100 the epistle to.htm

Sedan (1 Occurrence)
... (n.) A portable chair or covered vehicle for carrying a single person, -- usually
borne on poles by two men. Called also sedan chair. ...Sedan (1 Occurrence). ...
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Security (41 Occurrences)

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Litter (1 Occurrence)
... Easton's Bible Dictionary (Hebrews tsab, as being lightly and gently borne), a sedan
or palanquin for the conveyance of persons of rank (Isaiah 66:20). ...
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Chair (6 Occurrences)
... chair. 4. (n.) A vehicle for one person; either a sedan borne upon poles,
or two-wheeled carriage, drawn by one horse; a gig. 5. (n ...
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Sedecias

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Borrowing (1 Occurrence)
... The various books recording the story of the Indian mutiny, or the surrender of
Napoleon III at Sedan are cases in point, and Sir William Ramsay has shown the ...
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Resurrection (42 Occurrences)
... The various books recording the story of the Indian mutiny, or the surrender of
Napoleon III at Sedan are cases in point, and Sir William Ramsay has shown the ...
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Jesus (10891 Occurrences)

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