Explore the Jordan River map showing where the waters stopped at Adam, Israel's crossing near Jericho, and the geology behind Joshua 3's miracle.. The Israelites crossed the Jordan River opposite the city of Jericho. Now we need to explore the width of the Jordan River opposite Jericho. This will help us have a greater appreciation for the miracle of the people crossing the Jordan River on dry ground (Joshua 3:15).
The sequence of events between the crossing of the Jordan and the conquest of Jericho is as follows: 10 th Nissan: After having crossed the Jordan, the People of Israel set-up camp in the Gilgal, which is in the heart of the Plains of Jericho, between the river and the city of Jericho (Joshua 4:19).. Downloaded pictures can be used in the retelling of Bible stories and narrative that are faithful to the Biblical account. They are not to be used in any context where the accompanying message is undermining of the Christian faith and gospel. Last updated: 5 January 2016 I agree » Download story: Joshua crosses the Jordan