7 ANCIENT LANDMARKS EVERY CHRISTIAN SHOULD KNOW

The Bible speaks of ancient landmarks often in a literal sense, referring to physical boundary lines and to those things that refer to spiritual, moral, or cultural traditions set by God for everyone. Here are 7 important examples of ancient landmarks based on biblical principles:

Literal Ancient Landmarks:

1. Property Boundaries: “Remove not the ancient landmark, which thy fathers have set.” Proverbs 22:28KJV. This refers to physical boundary stones set to divide land among families or tribes.

2. Inheritance Laws:” Thou shalt not remove thy neighbour’s landmark, which they of old time have set in thine inheritance.” Deuteronomy 19:14KJV. Landmarks ensured fairness in inheritance and protection of family property rights.

3. Tribal Allocations:  Joshua 13-21KJV. Describes the allotment of land to the tribes of Israel, with landmarks playing a vital role in maintaining these divisions.

Figurative Ancient Landmarks:

4. Covenant with God: And he declared unto you his covenant, which he commanded you to perform, even ten commandments; and he wrote them upon two tables of stone. Deuteronomy 4:13KJV. The Ten Commandments serve as foundational principles for Israel’s relationship with God, an “ancient landmark” of faith and obedience.

5. Faith of the Patriarchs: Hearken to me, ye that follow after righteousness, ye that seek the Lord: look unto the rock whence ye are hewn, and to the hole of the pit whence ye are digged. Look unto Abraham your father, and unto Sarah that bare you: for I called him alone, and blessed him, and increased him. Isaiah 51:1-2KJV. Abraham and Sarah are spiritual “landmarks,” representing God’s promises and faithfulness to His people.

6. Wisdom and Instruction: “Remove not the old landmark; and enter not into the fields of the fatherless: For their redeemer is mighty.” Proverbs 23:10-11KJV. This emphasizes the importance of respecting established wisdom and guidance.

7. Doctrinal Truths: “Stand ye in the ways, and see, and ask for the old paths, where is the good way, and walk therein.” Jeremiah 6:16KJV. The “old paths” represent foundational truths and moral teachings.

5. God’s Unchanging Nature: “For I am the Lord, I change not.” Malachi 3:6KJV. God’s nature and promises are eternal landmarks that provide stability and assurance.

The ancient landmarks in the Bible represent both physical boundaries (to ensure justice and order) and spiritual principles (to maintain covenant relationship, morality, and God’s eternal truths). They serve as reminders to honor traditions, respect God’s commands, and live according to His established order.

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