Topical Encyclopedia Mountains hold a significant place in biblical literature, often symbolizing strength, stability, and the divine presence. Among the various appellations for mountains in the Bible, they are referred to as "the everlasting mountains," a term that underscores their perceived permanence and grandeur.The phrase "everlasting mountains" is notably found in the book of Habakkuk. In Habakkuk 3:6 , the prophet writes, "He stood and measured the earth; He looked and startled the nations. The ancient mountains crumbled; the everlasting hills collapsed. His ways are everlasting." This passage highlights the majesty and enduring nature of mountains, juxtaposed with the power of God, who alone can cause them to tremble and collapse. The imagery serves to remind the reader of God's supreme authority over creation, even over the seemingly immutable mountains. In the biblical narrative, mountains are often depicted as places of divine revelation and encounter. For instance, Mount Sinai is where Moses received the Ten Commandments (Exodus 19-20), and Mount Carmel is where Elijah confronted the prophets of Baal (1 Kings 18). These events underscore the mountains' role as sacred spaces where heaven and earth meet, and where God's presence is profoundly manifested. The term "everlasting" in reference to mountains also evokes the idea of God's eternal nature. While mountains are ancient and enduring, they are ultimately subject to the Creator's will. This serves as a metaphor for God's unchanging and eternal character, as seen in Psalm 90:2 : "Before the mountains were born or You brought forth the earth and the world, from everlasting to everlasting You are God." In the broader biblical context, mountains symbolize the enduring nature of God's promises and the stability of His covenant with His people. They are often used as metaphors for the strength and reliability of God's word, as seen in Isaiah 54:10 : "Though the mountains may be removed and the hills may be shaken, My loving devotion will not depart from you, and My covenant of peace will not be broken," says the LORD, who has compassion on you. Thus, the designation of mountains as "everlasting" serves to remind believers of the enduring faithfulness of God, who is both the Creator and Sustainer of all things. The mountains, in their grandeur and permanence, point to the eternal nature of God's kingdom and His unchanging promises to His people. Torrey's Topical Textbook Habakkuk 3:6He stood, and measured the earth: he beheld, and drove asunder the nations; and the everlasting mountains were scattered, the perpetual hills did bow: his ways are everlasting. Torrey's Topical Textbook Library Psalm CXXV. 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