About 30-60 miles, depending on the route taken. The principal of these were: Ar (Numbers 21:15); Ataroth, Dibon, Jazer, Nimrah, Nebo (Numbers 32:3); Beth-peor (Deuteronomy 3:29); Beth-diblaim, Bozrah, Kerioth (Jeremiah 48:22-24); Kir (Isaiah 15:1); Medeba, Elealeh, Zoar (Isaiah 15:2, 4, 5); Kirheres (Isaiah 16:11); Sibmah (Joshua 13:19); in all, some 45 place-names in Moab are known, most of the towns being in ruins. Numbers 21:11 They traveled from Oboth, and encamped at Iyeabarim, in the wilderness which is before Moab, toward the sunrise. I highly recommend Living Passages as a tour organizer the accommodations were first class. I had the privilege of visiting Saudi Arabia back in February of 2020. They provide a wonderful experience and the ingredients were top quality: Lodging, Transportation, Visa, and the chance to walk in the dust of Moses. Don McCargar I have recently been informed by Rhonda Sand that living passages has been granted a first ever to enter in to Saudi Arabia clearly showing that living passages is on the cutting edge world wide regarding places that have never been available to tour groups before. RUTH A Moabitess who married Mahlon after the death of his father Elimelech and while Mahlon, his mother Naomi, and his brother Chilion were living in Moab. Israel becomes a kingdom under Saul and David, Jonathan demolishes the Philistine pillar at Geba, Saul is killed by the Philistines at Mt Gilboa, The Ark of the Covenant is brought to Jerusalem, David's victories over Israel's neighbours, Absalom's flight & his rebellion against David, 31. I would like to express overwheming support for living passages and the over seeing of the tours by Rhonda Sand. 1 Chronicles 1:46 Husham died, and Hadad the son of Bedad, who struck Midian in the field of Moab, reigned in his place; and the name of his city was Avith. I had the privilege of visiting Saudi Arabia back in February of 2020. The Moabites were closely related to the Israelites, and the two were frequently in conflict. plays a part.SeeJUDITH.At a later date Moab was overrun by the Nabathean Arabs who ruled in Petra and extended their authority on the east side of Jordan even as far as Damascus (Josephus, Ant, XIII, xv, 1, 2). We stayed at great Hotels and had wonderful meals. Isaiah 15:5 My heart cries out for Moab! Anyone can visit the Grand Canyonand and view all it's beauty but we returned home with so much more. It was an amazing experience - better than we would have ever imagined! Or eternal life in God's kingdom? The Biblical teachings at the sights were spiritually enriching, the relationships developed with our group were very loving and special, and Rhonda was outstanding, taking such good care of us and making the trip very fun too. She, and her daughters-in, law. We went on hikes and met and made wonderful friends. Sinai, the Split Rock, The Red Sea, and Midian just to name a few. Loved the views from the North Rim. These are referred to in Numbers 21:14 as the "valleys of the Arnon." Isaiah predicts the fall of Israel & Judah, Prophecies written before the fall of Jerusalem, Isaiah reassures King Ahaz of God's support, Troubled times and a glorious future kingdom, 40. I have travelled with several tour companies in the past but Living Passages was by far THE BEST! The book of Ruth is set during the time when Israel was ruled by judges. Plane tickets to accommodations and agenda. [read less], Our Grand Canyon tour was the best vacation ever. How far is it from Judah to Moab? Background: Elimelech and his sons. View overlooking Bethlehem (Maysa Al Shaer). I highly recommend Living Passages and will be using them for future trips due to the quality and their attention to details. Elimelech Moves His Family to Moab. Kir of Moab is represented in the modern Kerak, the most important of all and the government center of the district. And Naomi agrees: it isn't natural or prudent for Ruth to want to go with her to Bethlehem. Jeremiah 48:43 Fear, and the pit, and the snare, are on you, inhabitant of Moab, says Yahweh. This website uses cookies to monitor usage (see Privacy Statement in drop-down box under 'Contact Us'). B8 Temple Built by Solomon. This conquest was no doubt a result of the movement of the Amorites southward, when they were pressed by the great wave of Hittite invasion that overran Northern Syria at the end of the 15th and the early part of the 14th centuries B.C. Map 52 Ruth's journey to Bethlehem. I definitely recommend Rhonda and Living Passages for a cutting edge trip and spiritual experience. Alexander built the famous stronghold of Macherus in Moab, on a hill overlooking the Dead Sea, which afterward became the scene of the imprisonment and tragical death of John the Baptist (Josephus, BJ, VII, vi, 2; Ant, XVIII, v, 2; Mark 6:21-28). [read less], Our ministry team recently toured Saudi Arabia with Rhonda at Living Passages. Numbers 25:1 Israel abode in Shittim; and the people began to play the prostitute with the daughters of Moab: Numbers 26:3 Moses and Eleazar the priest spoke with them in the plains of Moab by the Jordan at Jericho, saying. Living Passages chose a lodge with great food, friendly knowledgeable staff, and good proximity to a variety of venues. Deuteronomy 34:6 He buried him in the valley in the land of Moab over against Beth Peor: but no man knows of his tomb to this day. We had an absolutely wonderful experience last year on the Reformation Tour with Dr & Mrs Lutzer in Vienna, Prague, Brataslava, Be We had an absolutely wonderful experience last year on the Reformation Tour with Dr & Mrs Lutzer in Vienna, Prague, Brataslava, Berlin, Wittenburg, Wartberg Castle & finally in Wetzlar.Our only concern was that the meals could have been smaller. First taught to a small Bible study group, the 44 lessons in From Moab to Bethlehem . 1 Samuel 22:4 He brought them before the king of Moab; and they lived with him all the while that David was in the stronghold. Isaiah 16:2 For it will be that as wandering birds, as a scattered nest, so will the daughters of Moab be at the fords of the Arnon. Distance between Bethlehem and Moab is 15979 KM / 9929.1 miles. We love Rhonda Sand and her tours! But when Balak son of Zippor, king of Moab, saw what a powerful people was settling on his border, he made alliance with the Midianites against them and called in the aid of Balaam, but as he could not induce the latter to curse them he refrained from attacking the Israelites (Numbers 22; Numbers 24). Ruth 4:3 He said to the near kinsman, "Naomi, who has come back out of the country of Moab, is selling the parcel of land, which was our brother Elimelech's. So much laughter and fun with a fantastic group of people has been excellent. Seir and destroyed the latter, but they afterward fell out among themselves and destroyed each other (2 Chronicles 20). Numbers 23:17 He came to him, and behold, he was standing by his burnt offering, and the princes of Moab with him. Meals, guides and Cathy all made this trip memorable. They came into the country of Moab, and continued there. We had a very knowledgeable guide who showed us and taught us the most amazing things, from the Mediterranean Sea to the Jordan River, and from the Golan to the Dead Seaand everything in between, including the Holy City of Jerusalem! The original inhabitants of Moab were the Emim (Deuteronomy 2:10), "a people great. and tall, as the Anakim." For where you go I will go, and where you lodge I will lodge. The accommodations and food were great. The accommodations and food were great. Their understanding of the customs and culture of Saudi Arabia made this trip even more enjoyable. I am very happy and satisfied with the trip that I took with Living Passages. History:We know scarcely anything of the history of the Moabites after the account of their origin in Genesis 19 until the time of the exodus. I high Rhonda and her staff are awesome. barley harvest "So Naomi returned, and Ruth the Moabite her daughter-in-law with her, who returned from the country of Moab. They provided the most unforgettable trip to Mt. I have travelled with several tour companies in the past but Living Passages was by far THE BEST! We can also dwell in thankfulness that when we say our name is bitter, God says there is a Redeemer. If you are thinking of traveling with Living Passages, I would highly recommend them with no hesitation. Elimelech's family left the land God gave them in Bethlehem, which land was a sign of the heavenly inheritance. What an incredible experience to say the least and a dream come true. The eastern boundary was indefinite, being the border of the desert which is irregular. The Bible sites were off the charts inspiring-Mt. We also took a hot air balloon ride over the savannah and saw the herds from above. The Bible sites were off the charts inspiring-Mt. His name is Jesus Christ. After Mesha we find a king of the name of Salamanu and another called Chemosh-nadab, the latter being subject to Sargon of Assyria. The aspect of the land, as one looks at it from the western side of the Dead Sea, is that of a range of mountains with a very precipitous frontage, but the elevation of this ridge above the interior is very slight. A certain man of BethlehemJudahwent to live in the country of Moab, he, and his wife, and his two sons. Ruth 4:13-22 Ruth and Boaz have a son, Obed. From Moab to Bethlehem.Journey to the King is an in-depth study of the biblical book of Ruth. Haggai & Zechariah encourage re-building, Haggai urges the exiles to re-build the Temple, Prophesies about the coming of the Messiah, 47. Naomi and her husband and two sons were from Bethlehem. God bless you! The Bible sites w Rhonda Sand and the Living Passages team did an excellent job putting together our Saudi Arabia Tour last month! Being able to go to Mt. Every beard is cut off. Deuteronomy 1:5 Beyond the Jordan, in the land of Moab, began Moses to declare this law, saying. The population must have been far greater formerly than now. Russ our guide did an Excellent job in his teachings as he lead us through our tour. Deuteronomy 2:18 "You are this day to pass over Ar, the border of Moab: Deuteronomy 29:1 These are the words of the covenant which Yahweh commanded Moses to make with the children of Israel in the land of Moab, besides the covenant which he made with them in Horeb. All you have to do is get on the plane, and we take care of the rest for you! The tableland is fertile but lacks water. The Israelites face continuing opposition, The Israelites fight the remaining Canaanites, Israel under the 'judges': Othniel and Ehud, Gibeah is destroyed & the Benjamites punished, The Ark of the Covenant is captured at Aphek, 30. Rhonda is amazing and puts together an amazing experience for the traveller and handles ALL the details. How long was the famine in the Book of Ruth? Rhonda was great at helping us get to know fellow travelers in a deeper way. It was memorable on so many levels! Because of a famine, they relocated to Moab, a neighboring country where there was food. This tour will change your life and I don't say that lightly! We have been in safaris seeing lions, elephants, rhinos, hippos, [read more]Have had the best time with living passages trip to South Africa. The records are ancient. Deuteronomy 32:49 "Go up into this mountain of Abarim, to Mount Nebo, which is in the land of Moab, that is over against Jericho; and see the land of Canaan, which I give to the children of Israel for a possession; Deuteronomy 34:1 Moses went up from the plains of Moab to Mount Nebo, to the top of Pisgah, that is over against Jericho. [read less], Have had the best time with living passages trip to South Africa. His boastings are nothing. We have made so many great new friends! Jeremiah 48:31 Therefore will I wail for Moab; yes, I will cry out for all Moab: for the men of Kir Heres shall they mourn. So a man from Bethlehem in Judah went to live as a resident foreigner in the region of Moab, along with his wife and two sons. Ruth's Journey A. [read less], My husband and I just returned from "The 7 Churches of Revelation and Footsteps of Paul" tour to Turkey and Greece with Living Pas [read more]My husband and I just returned from "The 7 Churches of Revelation and Footsteps of Paul" tour to Turkey and Greece with Living Passages. He has given his sons as fugitives, and his daughters into captivity, to Sihon king of the Amorites. It wouldn't have been possible without Living Passages. It was memorable on so many levels! On the division of the kingdom between Rehoboam and Jeroboam the latter probably obtained possession of Moab (1 Kings 12:20), but it revolted and Omri had to reconquer it (M S), and it was tributary to Ahab (2 Kings 1:1). [read less], Our Living Passages trip to the Grand Canyon was wonderful and memorable. Food, lodging and trouble [read more]Travel arrangements. We can't wait to sign up for another trip with Living Passages, as this one was the best in our lifetime! ", 2 Kings 3:10 The king of Israel said, "Alas! Seeing all the animals at Shikwaru and at the othe [read more]My daughter and I throughly enjoyed our African Safari with the Creation group! The tour, guides, food and accommodations were excellent We recently (April 2019) took a Jordan/Israel tour with Living Passages. Text, maps & photos (unless otherwise stated) by Chris & Jenifer Taylor 2023. We all have heard the saying that talk is cheap and actions speak louder than words. Ruth (fl. Numbers 22:3 Moab was sore afraid of the people, because they were many: and Moab was distressed because of the children of Israel. Seeing all the animals at Shikwaru and at the othe My daughter and I throughly enjoyed our African Safari with the Creation group! So Boaz buys the land from Naomi and then marries Ruth in order to keep the ownership of the land within Elimelechs family. This was our first experience of going to the Holy Land and t [read more]My husband and I just did the Sept/Oct 2019 Footsteps of Paul tour. Ruth's testimony spread, and Boaz heard of her faith, as noted in Ruth 2:11-12: Most importantly I enjoyed the teachings of the the Biblical deluge as it relates to the creation of the Grand Canyon. Numbers 36:13 These are the commandments and the ordinances which Yahweh commanded by Moses to the children of Israel in the plains of Moab by the Jordan at Jericho. It was memorable on so many levels! Ruth 2:1-23 Ruth goes to pick up leftover grain in a field belonging to a relative of Naomi (see Leviticus 19:9-10). Copy. The land had rest eighty years. We have made so many great new friends! The Bible sites w [read more]Rhonda Sand and the Living Passages team did an excellent job putting together our Saudi Arabia Tour last month! 2- The name of the man was Elimelech, and the name of his wife Naomi. The story begins with the history and journey of the family of Elimelech and his wife, Naomi along with their two sons to the land of Moab for food. Kingdom of Moab c. 13th century BC - c. 400 BC A theoretical map of the region around 830 BCE. Jeremiah 48:11 Moab has been at ease from his youth, and he has settled on his lees, and has not been emptied from vessel to vessel, neither has he gone into captivity: therefore his taste remains in him, and his scent is not changed. It was an amazing experience - better than we would have ever imagined! Now they came to Bethlehem at the beginning of barley harvest. The food was okay, but then I'm picky because I'm from a place where there are a lot of great restaurants. The testimonies of others was such a special time of encouragement and witness to others of the God's Love for us All. How long was the famine in the Book of Ruth? This is clear from the inscription on the Moabite Stone, a monument of Mesha, king of Moab, erected about 850 B.C., and discovered among the ruins of Dibon in 1868. It would seem, however, that they had suffered from the invasions of the Amorites, who, under their king Sihon, had subdued the northern part of Moab as far as the Arnon (Numbers 21:21-31). Ruth 1:1-5 Towards the end of the period of the Judges, during seventy years of Philistine rule in c.1060BC, there is a severe famine in Canaan. Jeremiah 48:33 Gladness and joy is taken away from the fruitful field and from the land of Moab; and I have caused wine to cease from the wine presses: none shall tread with shouting; the shouting shall be no shouting. I recently went on a tour with Living Passages to Israel, the Mediterranean, and to Rome. You do not have to worry as she covers it all. Plane tickets to accommodations and agenda. [read less], I would like to express overwheming support for living passages and the over seeing of the tours by Rhonda Sand. I. MOAB TO BETHLEHEM (vv.1-7) When Naomi moved from Moab to Bethlehem, her two Moabite daughters-in-law who became widows, wanted to go with her. My daughter and I throughly enjoyed our African Safari with the Creation group! In due course, Bethlehem becomes the City of David. Full of deep insights by author Cynthia Shomaker, it traces the footsteps of Naomi and Ruth and takes the reader on an inspiring journey from doubt, despair and defeat to triumphant faith and satisfying fulfillment. We will be coming back again and again! Numbers 26:63 These are those who were numbered by Moses and Eleazar the priest, who numbered the children of Israel in the plains of Moab by the Jordan at Jericho. 2 Kings 3:4 Now Mesha king of Moab was a sheep breeder; and he rendered to the king of Israel the wool of one hundred thousand lambs, and of one hundred thousand rams. I have had the oppurtunity to travel on two tours over the 6 years under her leadership. I'm not fond of riding on buses, but it did give me a chance to Great people, good accommodations, excellent teaching, right pace. We love Rhonda Sand and her tours! If you ever desired to walk where the Exodus ended, contact Living Passages! It was the trip of a lifetime and we were very pleased with the accommodations, the teaching, the tours, the food .everything was excellent. Getting ready to head home tomorrow from the South African Creation Tour. Judges 3:15 But when the children of Israel cried to Yahweh, Yahweh raised them up a savior, Ehud the son of Gera, the Benjamite, a man left-handed. As you travel on anIsrael tour from Bethlehem to Moab, a mountainous strip of land in Jordan, you can imagine Ruth and Naomi traveling the same 50 miles of rugged and steep terrain. Moab will be trodden down in his place, even like straw is trodden down in the water of the dunghill. Now therefore, Moab, to the spoil!". Other than flight arrangements, they were excellent. Come, defy Israel. Isaiah 15:9 For the waters of Dimon are full of blood; for I will bring yet more on Dimon, a lion on those of Moab who escape, and on the remnant of the land. Numbers 21:29 Woe to you, Moab! We felt that the cost of this trip was well worth every dollar. [read less], Great people, good accommodations, excellent teaching, right pace. Will you go with me against Moab to battle?" Route Check. The Journey continues from Sinai to Moab, The Israelites defeat King Sihon and King Og, The Israelites defeat the kings of Midian, Canaan is divided among the twelve tribes, 28. The tour, guides, food and accommodations were excellent! We turned and passed by the way of the wilderness of Moab. Naomi decides to return to her native land of Judah when she hears that the Lord has visited the people and provided them with food. 1 In the days when the judges ruled in Israel, a severe famine came upon the land. Balak the son of Zippor was king of Moab at that time. S of Jerusalem; birthplace of David and Jesus. Because of a famine, they relocated to Moab, a neighboring country where there was food. My husband and I just got back from our second Living Passages tour, the Footsteps of Paul. I see him, but not near. This resulted in us missing our initial overseas flight and almost missing a connection on our return. Deep chasms lead down from the tableland to the Dead Sea shore, the principal one being the gorge of the river Arnon, which is about 1,700 ft. deep and 2 or more miles in width at the level of the tableland, but very narrow at the bottom and with exceedingly precipitous banks. We recently (April 2019) took a Jordan/Israel tour with Living Passages. I just returned two days ago from "The Footsteps of Paul" trip and had an incredible time. As the terrain is rugged and steep, the trip is estimated to take 7-10 days on foot. They have not walked in my ways, to do that which is right in my eyes, and to keep my statutes and my ordinances, as David his father did. We love Rhonda Sand and her tours! That she might return - an admirable . Its submitted by doling out in the best field. Plane tickets to accommodations and agenda. Judges 11:18 Then they went through the wilderness, and went around the land of Edom, and the land of Moab, and came by the east side of the land of Moab, and they encamped on the other side of the Arnon; but they didn't come within the border of Moab, for the Arnon was the border of Moab. From the very beginning the staff promptly addressed any and all questions, concerns or logistics that I had. I am as you are, my people as your people, my horses as your horses. Distance See. Judges 11:15 and he said to him, "Thus says Jephthah: Israel didn't take away the land of Moab, nor the land of the children of Ammon. Baldness is on all of their heads. The giraffes were surprised that we would be above them and seemed quit curios. About ten years later, both the sons also die. A family of four leave Bethlehem to dwell in Moab. Ruth 1:19-22 The two women arrive in Bethlehem (meaning 'house of bread') at the start of the barley harvest in . The Truth About Moab #1 Ruth 1: 1-7 Tonight I want to begin our study in the wonderful book of Ruth. The Moabites lost their identity as a nation and were afterward confounded with the Arabs, as we see in the statement of Josephus (XIII, xiii, 5), where he says that Alexander (Janneus) overcame the Arabians, such as the Moabites and the Gileadites. [read less]. This was our first time outside of the US and Living Passages made it an easy trip with all their planning. Ruth 3:1-18 Ruth seeks out Boaz under cover of darkness. She is an amazing Christian--Christ centered and focused. Bethlehem To Moab travel time Bethlehem is located around 2919 KM away from Moab so if you travel at the consistent speed of 50 KM per hour you can reach Moab in 66 hours and 21 minutes. Towards the end of the period of the Judges, in c.1060BC, Ruth and her mother-in-law Naomi returned across the River Jordan from Moab to Bethlehem. Eventually, Naomi's husband dies and Naomi's sons marry Moabite women named Orpah and Ruth. Judges 3:14 The children of Israel served Eglon the king of Moab eighteen years. A new nation? It was "Amazing" to hear and learn from Russ how this all tied in to the Bible i [read more]Our Grand Canyon tour was the best vacation ever. Highly recommend them and will do other tours with them. Our ministry team recently toured Saudi Arabia with Rhonda at Living Passages. I wanted to offer an honest and trustworthy review for the trip that I recently took with Living Passages to Saudi Arabia. Exodus 15:15 Then the chiefs of Edom were dismayed. B10 Israel During the Time of Jesus. . Numbers 33:44 They traveled from Oboth, and encamped in Iye Abarim, in the border of Moab. Obadiah foretells the punishment of Edom, Obadiah prophesies the resurgence of Israel, 46. I was very impressed with their ability to accommodate a complex travel arrangement. Jeremiah 25:21 Edom, and Moab, and the children of Ammon; Jeremiah 27:3 and send them to the king of Edom, and to the king of Moab, and to the king of the children of Ammon, and to the king of Tyre, and to the king of Sidon, by the hand of the messengers who come to Jerusalem to Zedekiah king of Judah; Jeremiah 40:11 Likewise when all the Jews who were in Moab, and among the children of Ammon, and in Edom, and who were in all the countries, heard that the king of Babylon had left a remnant of Judah, and that he had set over them Gedaliah the son of Ahikam, the son of Shaphan; Jeremiah 48:1 Of Moab. Almost a thousand years after the death of Rachel (see Genesis 35:16-20), the prophet Micah, writing between 747BC and 722BC, declared, But you, Bethlehem Ephrathah,though you are too small to be among the army groups fromJudah,from you will come one who will ruleIsrael for me (Micah 5:2). It is the same with Jesus. Naomi responds to this tragedy by setting off on a journey to Bethlehem. If you are looking for a trip with fellow believers and want to go a step above with luxury accommodations and so much more, I would recommend Living Passages to anyone who has never travelled as well as to any seasoned traveller. Rhonda was Russ's assistant who truly has a heart to care for and minister to God's people. Just wanted to thank all of you for such an amazing, well planned, spiritually inspiring tr [read more]Hi Rhonda and the Living Passages Crew Although it is a short trip today, it would have taken Ruth and Naomi 7-10 days on foot. 1. Deuteronomy 2:8 So we passed by from our brothers the children of Esau, who dwell in Seir, from the way of the Arabah from Elath and from Ezion Geber. We have had so many once i [read more]Getting ready to head home tomorrow from the South African Creation Tour. We identified it from trustworthy source. for it is laid waste; Kiriathaim is disappointed, it is taken; Misgab is put to shame and broken down. The distance from Bethlehem to the closest region of Moab was probably no more than about fifty miles, as the crow flies. ", Deuteronomy 2:12 The Horites also lived in Seir before, but the children of Esau succeeded them; and they destroyed them from before them, and lived in their place; as Israel did to the land of his possession, which Yahweh gave to them.). Thank you, Rhonda and Living Passages! It was "Amazing" to hear and learn from Russ how this all tied in to the Bible i Our Grand Canyon tour was the best vacation ever. If you ever desired to walk where the Exodus ended, contact Living Passages! You included group teaching, praise and worship services on the cruise portion that helped to keep the theme of the trip foremost in our minds. Cathy was a great issue solver. The power of the Holy Spirit - for everyone? Picture Study Bible with Maps and Background Information Ruth 1 1- In the days when the judgesjudged, there was a faminein the land. Twice an hour or less which is by far too little time to allow for potential delays. 2 Kings 23:13 The high places that were before Jerusalem, which were on the right hand of the mountain of corruption, which Solomon the king of Israel had built for Ashtoreth the abomination of the Sidonians, and for Chemosh the abomination of Moab, and for Milcom the abomination of the children of Ammon, did the king defile. Deuteronomy 34:8 The children of Israel wept for Moses in the plains of Moab thirty days: so the days of weeping in the mourning for Moses were ended. We loved our trip to the 7 Churches of the Revelation from the beginning to the end! Living Passages chose a lodge with great food, friendly knowledgeable staff, and good proximity to a variety of venues. Nancy & Johnny [read less], 212 W. Ironwood Drive, #D551Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814, 2023 Living Passages. Plane tickets to accommodations and agenda. Naomi and her husband and two sons were from Bethlehem. Find Bethlehem on the map. Jeremiah 48:46 Woe to you, O Moab! c. Ruth is a young woman when she married here Moabite husband and was without any children when she returned to Bethlehem with Naomi. As for Moab, be a hiding place for him from the face of the destroyer. We have had so many once i Getting ready to head home tomorrow from the South African Creation Tour. 2 Chronicles 20:10 Now, behold, the children of Ammon and Moab and Mount Seir, whom you would not let Israel invade, when they came out of the land of Egypt, but they turned aside from them, and didn't destroy them; 2 Chronicles 20:22 When they began to sing and to praise, Yahweh set ambushers against the children of Ammon, Moab, and Mount Seir, who had come against Judah; and they were struck. We just went on the Israel, Crete, Malta and Rome trip and it was a trip of a lifetime. They are true pioneers and have the ability to plan a great trip for you and pull it off. I wanted to offer an honest and trustworthy review for the trip that I recently took with Living Passages to Saudi Arabia. But he was not the only god of Moab, as is clear from the account in Numbers 25, where it is also clear that their idolatrous worship was corrupt. 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