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In biblical terms, a "signpost" is not explicitly mentioned as a physical object within the Scriptures, but the concept can be understood metaphorically as guidance or direction provided by God to His people. Throughout the Bible, God uses various means to direct, instruct, and lead His followers, akin to how a signpost provides direction on a journey.

Divine Guidance and Direction

The Bible frequently emphasizes the importance of divine guidance. In Proverbs 3:5-6 , it is written, "Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight." This passage suggests that God acts as a signpost, guiding believers on the right path when they trust and acknowledge Him.

Pillars of Cloud and Fire

One of the most vivid examples of divine signposting is found in the Exodus narrative. As the Israelites journeyed from Egypt to the Promised Land, God provided a pillar of cloud by day and a pillar of fire by night to guide them. Exodus 13:21 states, "And the LORD went before them in a pillar of cloud to guide their way by day and in a pillar of fire to give them light by night, so that they could travel by day or night." These pillars served as literal and symbolic signposts, representing God's presence and guidance.

Prophetic Signs

Prophets in the Bible often acted as signposts, delivering messages from God to His people. Isaiah, Jeremiah, and other prophets provided direction and warnings, urging the Israelites to follow God's commandments. In Isaiah 30:21 , it is written, "And whether you turn to the right or to the left, your ears will hear this command behind you: 'This is the way. Walk in it.'" This verse illustrates the role of prophetic voices as signposts, guiding the faithful in their spiritual journey.

Jesus as the Ultimate Signpost

In the New Testament, Jesus Christ is portrayed as the ultimate signpost, directing humanity to God. He declares in John 14:6 , "I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Me." Jesus' life, teachings, and sacrificial death serve as the definitive guide for believers seeking reconciliation with God.

The Role of Scripture

The Bible itself functions as a signpost for Christians, providing instruction, wisdom, and encouragement. Psalm 119:105 affirms, "Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path." Scripture illuminates the path of righteousness, offering guidance in moral and spiritual matters.

The Holy Spirit's Guidance

The Holy Spirit also acts as a signpost, leading believers in truth and righteousness. In John 16:13 , Jesus promises, "However, when the Spirit of truth comes, He will guide you into all truth." The Holy Spirit provides discernment and direction, helping Christians navigate the complexities of life.

In summary, while the term "signpost" is not directly used in the Bible, the concept is richly woven throughout Scripture. God's guidance, whether through His Word, His prophets, or His Spirit, serves as a divine signpost, directing believers toward a life of faithfulness and obedience.
Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
(n.) A post on which a sign hangs, or on which papers are placed to give public notice of anything.
Strong's Hebrew
8564. tamrur -- perhaps signpost
... 8563, 8564. tamrur. 8565 . perhaps signpost. Transliteration: tamrur
Phonetic Spelling: (tam-roor') Short Definition: guideposts. ...
/hebrew/8564.htm - 6k

6725. tsiyyun -- a signpost, monument
... 6724, 6725. tsiyyun. 6726 . a signpost, monument. Transliteration: tsiyyun
Phonetic Spelling: (tsee-yoon') Short Definition: marker. ...
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3027. yad -- hand
... 1), rebelled* (2), reined about* (1), representative (1), responsible* (1), rule
(5), seized* (2), service (1), side (5), sides (1), signpost (1), slackness* (1 ...
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Library

"In the Spirit and Power of Elias"
... One writer has likened the attempt to change the law of God to an ancient mischievous
practice of turning in a wrong direction a signpost erected at an ...
/.../white/the story of prophets and kings/chapter 14 in the spirit.htm

An Ideal Biography.
... Every man of us may be in his life, in the great unconscious influence of his presence,
a clearly lettered signpost pointing men to the Master. ...
//christianbookshelf.org/gordon/quiet talks on service/an ideal biography.htm

July the Sixth Life as a Voice
... away from the herald to the herald's Lord. In forgetting John they found
the King. They passed the signpost, and arrived at home! ...
/.../jowett/my daily meditation for the circling year/july the sixth life as.htm

A New Kind of King
... external correspondences between His life and the outward details of Old Testament
prophecy, is intended for little more than a picture or a signpost which may ...
/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture b/a new kind of king.htm

'This Way'
... obeyed. What is the use of a signpost to a man who is lame, or who does not
want to go down the road, though he knows it well enough? ...
/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture the acts/this way.htm

Self-Humbling and Self-Searching
... sacred fire? Oh, may it not be easy for one to stand as a signpost on the
road to heaven, and never stir himself? Every preacher ...
/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 17 1871/self-humbling and self-searching.htm

The Maniac
... The circle returns upon itself and is bound. The cross opens its arms to the
four winds; it is a signpost for free travellers. Symbols ...
//christianbookshelf.org/chesterton/orthodoxy/ii the maniac.htm

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Signpost (1 Occurrence)
... (n.) A post on which a sign hangs, or on which papers are placed to give public
notice of anything. Multi-Version Concordance Signpost (1 Occurrence). ...
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Ezekiel 21:19
Also, thou son of man, appoint thee two ways, that the sword of the king of Babylon may come; they twain shall come forth out of one land: and mark out a place, mark it out at the head of the way to the city.
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