The term "whereabout" refers to the location or position of a person or object. In the context of the Bible, understanding the whereabouts of individuals, tribes, or objects often provides insight into the narrative and theological significance of the events described.

Biblical Context

1. Geographical Locations: The Bible frequently mentions specific locations to provide context for events. For example, the whereabouts of the Israelites during their wilderness journey are meticulously detailed, highlighting their reliance on God's guidance. In Exodus 13:21 , it is written, "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."

2. Divine Encounters: The whereabouts of individuals often set the stage for divine encounters. For instance, Moses' location on Mount Sinai is crucial for receiving the Law. In Exodus 19:20 , "The LORD descended to the top of Mount Sinai and called Moses to the summit. So Moses went up."

3. Prophetic Significance: The whereabouts of prophets can carry significant meaning. Elijah's presence at Mount Carmel, where he confronted the prophets of Baal, is a pivotal moment in demonstrating God's power (1 Kings 18:19-39). The location underscores the confrontation between the true God and false idols.

4. Jesus' Ministry: The whereabouts of Jesus during His ministry are essential for understanding His mission and fulfillment of prophecy. For example, His birth in Bethlehem fulfills the prophecy in Micah 5:2. His movements throughout Galilee, Judea, and Samaria illustrate His outreach to diverse groups and fulfillment of His role as the Messiah.

5. Apostolic Journeys: The whereabouts of the apostles, particularly Paul, are crucial for understanding the spread of the early Church. The Book of Acts details Paul's missionary journeys, highlighting the strategic locations he visited to spread the Gospel. Acts 16:9-10 describes Paul's vision to go to Macedonia, marking a significant expansion of the Church into Europe.

Theological Implications

The concept of whereabouts in the Bible often emphasizes God's sovereignty and providence. The specific locations where events occur are not random but are part of God's divine plan. The whereabouts of individuals and groups often serve to fulfill God's promises and advance His purposes.

Symbolic and Spiritual Significance

1. Exile and Return: The whereabouts of the Israelites during the Babylonian exile and their subsequent return to Jerusalem carry deep spiritual significance. The exile represents judgment and the return signifies restoration and hope, as seen in the books of Ezra and Nehemiah.

2. Wilderness and Promised Land: The transition from the wilderness to the Promised Land symbolizes spiritual growth and fulfillment of God's promises. The Israelites' journey is a metaphor for the believer's spiritual journey from bondage to freedom in Christ.

3. Heavenly Whereabouts: The Bible also speaks of the ultimate whereabouts of believers in the presence of God. Revelation 21:3 states, "And I heard a loud voice from the throne saying: 'Behold, the dwelling place of God is with man, and He will dwell with them. They will be His people, and God Himself will be with them as their God.'"

Understanding the whereabouts in biblical narratives enriches the comprehension of God's interaction with humanity and His unfolding plan of redemption throughout history.1. (adv.) Alt. of Whereabouts.

2. (n.) Alt. of Whereabouts.

Christian Morals. Part I.
... Consider whereabout thou art in Cebes's [25] table, or that old philosophical pinax
[26] of the life of man: whether thou art yet in the road of uncertainties ...
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"For the Law of the Spirit of Life in Christ Jesus Hath Made Me ...
... and death.". That whereabout the thoughts and discourses of men now run,
is freedom and liberty, or bondage and slavery. All men ...
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Jesus in the World.
... meaning the temple. He was arguing for confidence in God on the part of his
parents, not for a knowledge of his whereabout. The same ...
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"Whereby we Cry, Abba, Father. "
... of men runs in another channel,"in the way of contention and strife, in the way
of passion and miscalled zeal, and because these things whereabout we do thus ...
/.../binning/the works of the rev hugh binning/sermon xxxix whereby we cry.htm

"For as Many as are Led by the Spirit of God, they are the Sons of ...
... of God. This will be the continued wonder of eternity, and that whereabout
the song of angels and saints will be. Accursed rebels ...
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Solomon's Temple Spiritualized
... The temple was built at Jerusalem, on Mount Moriah, in the threshing-floor of Arnon
the Jebusite; whereabout Abraham offered up Isaac; there where David met ...
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Memoir of John Bunyan
... Gather together the tares, the chaff, and stubble, and cast them into the burning
lake"; and with that the bottomless pit opened just whereabout I stood, out ...
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The Saints' Privilege and Profit;
... This, then, may serve to inform some whereabout they are, when they are in their
closets, and at prayer. Art thou most dejected when thou art at prayer? ...
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Book 13 Footnotes
... balsam gardens, and the best palm trees, were, at least in his days, near Jericho
and Kugaddi, about the north part of the Dead Sea, [whereabout also Alexander ...
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Scriptures Showing the Sin and Danger of Joining with Wicked and ...
... be wronged, we should not for all that go out hastily to strife, till, 1. The justice
and equity of the cause appear, 2. That the matter whereabout we contend ...
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Whereabout (1 Occurrence)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary 1. (adv.) Alt. of Whereabouts. 2. (n.) Alt. of
Whereabouts. Multi-Version Concordance Whereabout (1 Occurrence). ...
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Where (5276 Occurrences)

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Commissioned (5 Occurrences)
... said unto Ahimelech the priest: 'The king hath commanded me a business, and hath
said unto me: Let no man know any thing of the business whereabout I send thee ...
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Ahim'elech (16 Occurrences)
... said unto Ahimelech the priest: 'The king hath commanded me a business, and hath
said unto me: Let no man know any thing of the business whereabout I send thee ...
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Appointment (16 Occurrences)
... said unto Ahimelech the priest: 'The king hath commanded me a business, and hath
said unto me: Let no man know any thing of the business whereabout I send thee ...
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Whereas (55 Occurrences)

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