Topical Bible: Holy Land: Called: Glorious Land

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The term "Glorious Land" is a designation used in the Bible to refer to the Holy Land, a region of profound significance in biblical history and theology. This land, primarily encompassing modern-day Israel and Palestine, is central to the narratives of the Old and New Testaments and holds a special place in the hearts of believers as the setting for many of God's interactions with His people.

Biblical References:

The phrase "Glorious Land" is notably found in the book of Daniel, where it is used to describe the land of Israel. In Daniel 11:16, the text states, "The invader will do as he pleases, and no one will stand against him. He will establish himself in the Beautiful Land, and will have the power to destroy it." Here, the "Beautiful Land" is synonymous with the "Glorious Land," highlighting its desirability and significance.

Further in Daniel 11:41, the prophecy continues, "He will also invade the Beautiful Land, and many will fall. But these will escape from his hand: Edom, Moab, and the leaders of the Ammonites." This passage underscores the strategic and spiritual importance of the land, as it becomes a focal point in the prophetic vision of future conflicts.

Theological Significance:

The designation of the Holy Land as the "Glorious Land" reflects its esteemed status in the biblical narrative. It is the land promised by God to Abraham and his descendants, as seen in Genesis 12:1-3, where God calls Abram to leave his country and promises to make him a great nation in a land that He will show him. This promise is foundational to the identity of the Israelites and their understanding of their covenant relationship with God.

Throughout the Old Testament, the land is portrayed as a place of blessing and divine favor, a land "flowing with milk and honey" (Exodus 3:8). It is the stage for the unfolding of God's redemptive plan, from the patriarchs to the establishment of the kingdom under David and Solomon, and ultimately to the coming of the Messiah.

Historical Context:

Historically, the Holy Land has been a crossroads of civilizations, a land coveted by empires and nations due to its strategic location. The biblical narrative reflects this reality, with numerous accounts of invasions, exiles, and restorations. The land's history is marked by periods of conquest and occupation, yet it remains central to the identity and faith of the Jewish people and, by extension, to Christianity.

Spiritual Implications:

For Christians, the Holy Land holds additional significance as the place where Jesus Christ lived, ministered, died, and rose again. It is the geographical context for the Gospels and the early church, making it a place of pilgrimage and spiritual reflection for believers worldwide.

The "Glorious Land" thus serves as a symbol of God's promises and faithfulness, a tangible reminder of His covenant with His people and His ongoing work in history. It is a land that, despite its tumultuous history, remains a testament to the enduring hope and redemption found in the biblical narrative.

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Daniel 11:16
But he that comes against him shall do according to his own will, and none shall stand before him: and he shall stand in the glorious land, which by his hand shall be consumed.
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The Mystery of the Tabernacles.
... the Feast of Tabernacles come to the Holy Land, setting out from those dwellings
which are called tabernacles, until ... to a greater and more glorious joy, as ...
/.../chapter v the mystery of the.htm

The Land and the People.
... and omnipresent in the civilized world; the Land is groaning ... our Lord's warning:
"Be not ye called 'Rabbi:' for ... to suffocation the Church of the Holy Sepulchre ...
/.../schaff/history of the christian church volume i/section 17 the land and.htm

The Story of St. Ursula
... So in the holy time of Lent they came to Rome ... ye die a dolorous death, and see your
land no more ... Majesty and the angels of Paradise." Then she called her spouse ...
//christianbookshelf.org/ruskin/saint ursula/i the story of st.htm

Martyrdom of the Holy and Glorious Apostle Bartholomew.
... The first man, then, was called Adam; he was formed ... city round about, and country,
and whatever land his kingdom ... of the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit ...
/.../martyrdom of the holy and.htm

The Sun Rising Upon a Dark World
... to themselves, and in which the holy angels, who ... but in the latter time He made it
glorious, even the ... Particularly this part of the land, called Galilee of the ...
//christianbookshelf.org/newton/messiah vol 1/sermon viii the sun rising.htm

Our Inheritance
... under the first testament, they which are called might receive ... Israel were the heirs
of that land because they ... We are heirs to this Holy Ghost Canaan because ...
//christianbookshelf.org/byers/sanctification/chapter v our inheritance.htm

The Reason of the Order of the Sons of Rachel.
... first of all the regions in the Holy Land, had then ... presence; apparently, indeed,
that public way, called "the Way ... the land of Zabulon and the land of Naphtali ...
/.../mede/a key to the apocalypse/the reason of the order 2.htm

The Glorious Habitation
... try and do what the old Puritans called "improve" it ... a recklessness of spirit, but
in a holy carelessness"to ... They were hasting across a land where they were ...
/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 1 1855/the glorious habitation.htm

The Holy Scriptures.
... in our neighborhood much of what was called "commons." It ... and was used as a common
pasture land for all. ... on in their own ways, violating those holy laws until ...
//christianbookshelf.org/orr/the gospel day /chapter ii the holy scriptures.htm

The vineyard of the Lord
... Genesis 12:2. It was a high honor to which Abraham was called"that of ... as the tower
in the vineyard, God placed in the midst of the land His holy temple. ...
/.../white/the story of prophets and kings/the vineyard of the lord.htm