Topical Bible: Holy Land: Called: The Lord's Land

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The term "Holy Land" refers to the geographical region that holds significant religious importance in the Judeo-Christian tradition. It is often identified with the modern-day territories of Israel and Palestine, encompassing areas that are central to biblical narratives and prophecies. The designation "The Lord's Land" underscores the belief that this region is divinely chosen and set apart for God's purposes.

Biblical Significance

The Holy Land is frequently mentioned throughout the Bible as a land promised by God to the descendants of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. It is a land flowing with milk and honey, symbolizing abundance and divine blessing. The promise of this land is a central theme in the covenantal relationship between God and the people of Israel.

Scriptural References

In the book of Leviticus, the land is described as belonging to God: "The land must not be sold permanently, because the land is Mine and you are but foreigners and sojourners with Me" (Leviticus 25:23). This verse highlights the concept of divine ownership, indicating that the land is not merely a possession of the people but is entrusted to them by God.

The prophet Joel also refers to the land as belonging to the Lord: "For behold, in those days and at that time, when I restore Judah and Jerusalem from captivity, I will gather all the nations and bring them down to the Valley of Jehoshaphat. There I will enter into judgment against them concerning My people, My inheritance, Israel, whom they have scattered among the nations as they divided up My land" (Joel 3:1-2). This passage emphasizes the land's sacred status and its role in God's redemptive plan.

Historical and Theological Context

The Holy Land's designation as "The Lord's Land" is deeply rooted in the historical and theological context of the Bible. It is the setting for many pivotal events, including the patriarchal narratives, the Exodus, the establishment of the monarchy, and the ministry of Jesus Christ. The land serves as a tangible expression of God's promises and faithfulness.

Throughout history, the Holy Land has been a focal point for religious devotion, pilgrimage, and conflict. Its significance extends beyond its physical boundaries, symbolizing spiritual truths and the hope of divine fulfillment. The land is seen as a testament to God's ongoing relationship with His people and His ultimate plan for redemption.

Contemporary Relevance

Today, the Holy Land continues to be a place of profound spiritual significance for Christians, Jews, and Muslims alike. It remains a site of pilgrimage and worship, drawing believers from around the world who seek to connect with the biblical history and deepen their faith. The enduring legacy of the Holy Land as "The Lord's Land" serves as a reminder of the sacred history and divine promises that continue to inspire and guide believers.

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Hosea 9:3
They shall not dwell in the LORD's land; but Ephraim shall return to Egypt, and they shall eat unclean things in Assyria.
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Library

The Land and the People.
... Caesarea Philippi, formerly and now called Banias (or Paneas, Paneion ... marks the northern
termination of the Holy Land and of the travels of the Lord, and the ...
/.../schaff/history of the christian church volume i/section 17 the land and.htm

The Lord's Prayer
... During the life of Our Lord and for a short time after His death they preached in
only one country, viz., Palestine"now called the Holy Land"in which ...
//christianbookshelf.org/kinkead/baltimore catechism no 4/the lords prayer.htm

The Scattering of the People
... we sing the Lord's song in a strange land?' (Verse 4 ... Never, never could they forget
the Holy City ... And yet, even in far-off heathen Babylon the Lord called men to ...
/.../duff/the bible in its making/chapter v the scattering of.htm

Even the Metaphorical Descriptions of this Subject in the ...
... sentence which God spake when He called man earth ... truffles among earth's bounties,
since the Lord declares that ... of Jud??a to be that very holy land, which ought ...
/.../chapter xxvi even the metaphorical descriptions.htm

On the Gifts and Fruits of the Holy Ghost
... (2) "Possess the land""that is, the promised or holy land, which was a figure ... It
makes us more like Our Blessed Lord, who was called the Man of Sorrows. ...
/.../kinkead/baltimore catechism no 4/lesson 16 on the gifts.htm

On the Holy Ghost and his Descent Upon the Apostles
... had synagogues or meeting houses throughout the land in which ... assembled to pray and
hear the Holy Scriptures read ... One of these feasts was called the Pasch, or ...
/.../kinkead/baltimore catechism no 4/lesson 9 on the holy.htm

The Building of the Golden House.
... the law, was carried into the most holy place, and ... the sea that brought riches from
every land He learned ... book by the scribes and are now called the "Proverbs ...
/.../lathbury/childs story of the bible/chapter xxvi the building of.htm

Christian Worship,
... to celebrate the holy Communion on the Lord's day only ... besides the anointing with
a mixture called "chrism" at ... of going on pilgrimage to the Holy Land, in which ...
/.../chapter xviii christian worship.htm

John Chapter vii. 13-Jan
... [549] Laban and Jacob are called brothers, while ... meat, or in drink, or in respect
of an holy day, or ... their course through the wilderness to the land of promise ...
/.../augustine/homilies on the gospel of john/tractate xxviii john chapter vii.htm

The First Crusade (Ad 1095-1099)
... sight of the places where our Blessed Lord had been ... making an attempt to get back
the Holy Land from the ... A pilgrim from the north of France, called Peter the ...
/.../chapter ix the first crusade.htm