■ In Genesis 13:10, the Bible describes the region that Lot saw as follows:
"And Lot lifted up his eyes, and beheld all the plain of Jordan, that it was well watered every where, before the Lord destroyed Sodom and Gomorrah, even as the garden of the Lord, like the land of Egypt, as thou comest unto Zoar."
■ Here's a breakdown of the key elements:
*The plain of Jordan
This refers to the Jordan Valley, a fertile and well-watered region surrounding the Jordan River. It was known for its lush vegetation and suitability for agriculture and livestock, making it a desirable place to settle.
* Well watered everywhere
This emphasizes the abundance of water in the region, which was crucial for supporting life and agriculture in that time. The availability of water made the land particularly attractive for settlement.
*Before the Lord destroyed Sodom and Gomorrah
This parenthetical statement indicates that the events described occurred before the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah, which is a significant event in the biblical narrative. It implies that the region's prosperity and beauty were transient and would soon be overshadowed by divine judgment.
*Even as the garden of the Lord
This comparison likens the Jordan Valley to the Garden of Eden, suggesting that it was a place of exceptional beauty and abundance, blessed by God. It highlights the allure of the region and its potential to provide for those who settled there.
* Like the land of Egypt
Egypt was known for its fertile land, thanks to the Nile River. Comparing the Jordan Valley to Egypt further emphasizes its richness and agricultural potential. It suggests that the region could provide a prosperous life for those who settled there.
*As thou comest unto Zoar
Zoar was a city located near the southern end of the Dead Sea. It is mentioned in connection with the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah, as Lot and his family were allowed to flee there. The phrase indicates that the region Lot saw extended to the vicinity of Zoar.
● In summary, the "Jordan region" that Lot looked upon was a fertile and well-watered valley, reminiscent of the Garden of Eden and the land of Egypt. It was a desirable place to settle, promising prosperity and abundance. However, the biblical narrative also suggests that this prosperity was fleeting and that the region would soon face divine judgment.
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