Deuteronomy 27:4

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It shall be, when you are passed over the Jordan, that you shall set up these stones, which I command you this day, in Mount Ebal, and you shall plaster them with plaster.

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The Exodus RouteThe route of the Israelites out of Egypt through the Sinai wilderness toward Canaan.

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The Jordan marked Israel’s entry into the promised land; after crossing it, the people were to set up inscribed stones on Mount Ebal, near Mount Gerizim in central Canaan. These neighboring mountains formed the setting for covenant blessings and curses, emphasizing Israel’s obligation to obey God’s law.

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Deuteronomy 27:4 mentions Jordan, Mount Ebal and Mount Gerizim.

Photo of Mount Ebal — Mount Ebal · Ibro84

Photo of Mount Gerizim — Mount Gerizim · יאיר דב