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<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><head><meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=utf-8" /><meta name="viewport" content="width=device-width; initial-scale=1.0;"/><title>Topical Bible: The Center of the Land</title><link rel="canonical" href="https://biblehub.com/topical/t/the_center_of_the_land.htm" /><link rel="stylesheet" href="/newtopical.css" type="text/css" media="Screen" /><link rel="stylesheet" href="/print.css" type="text/css" media="Print" /><script type="application/javascript" src="https://scripts.webcontentassessor.com/scripts/8a2459b64f9cac8122fc7f2eac4409c8555fac9383016db59c4c26e3d5b8b157"></script><script src='https://qd.admetricspro.com/js/biblehub/biblehub-layout-loader-revcatch.js'></script><script id='HyDgbd_1s' src='https://prebidads.revcatch.com/ads.js' type='text/javascript' async></script><script>(function(w,d,b,s,i){var cts=d.createElement(s);cts.async=true;cts.id='catchscript'; cts.dataset.appid=i;cts.src='https://app.protectsubrev.com/catch_rp.js?cb='+Math.random(); document.head.appendChild(cts); }) (window,document,'head','script','rc-anksrH');</script></head><body><div id="fx"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" id="fx2"><tr><td><iframe width="100%" height="30" scrolling="no" src="/topical/vmenus/ezekiel/5-5.htm" align="left" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div><div id="blnk"></div><div align="center"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" class="maintable"><tr><td><div id="fx5"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" id="fx6"><tr><td><iframe width="100%" height="245" scrolling="no" src="//biblehu.com/bmcde/c/center.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div></td></tr></table></div><div align="center"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" class="maintable3"><tr><td><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center" id="announce"><tr><td><div id="l1"><div id="breadcrumbs"><a href="/">Bible</a> > <a href="/topical/">Topical</a> > The Center of the Land</div><div id="anc"><iframe src="/anc.htm" width="100%" height="27" scrolling="no" frameborder="0"></iframe></div><div id="anc2"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center"><tr><td><iframe src="/anc2.htm" width="100%" height="27" scrolling="no" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div></div></td></tr></table><div id="movebox2"><table border="0" align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><tr><td><div id="topheading"><a href="/topical/t/the_center.htm" title="The Center">◄</a> The Center of the Land <a href="/topical/t/the_central_pillars.htm" title="The Central Pillars">►</a></div></td></tr></table></div><div align="center" class="maintable2"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center"><tr><td><div id="topverse">Jump to: <a href="#sub" title="Subtopics">Subtopics</a> • <a href="#rel" title="Related Terms">Terms</a></div><div id="leftbox"><div class="padleft"><a name="te" id="te"></a><div class="vheading2">Topical Encyclopedia</div>The phrase "the center of the land" is a geographical and theological concept found within the biblical narrative, often associated with the land of Israel. This term is not explicitly used in the Berean Standard Bible , but the concept is derived from various passages that emphasize the centrality and significance of the land promised to the descendants of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob.<br><br><b>Geographical Significance</b><br><br>The land of Israel is frequently described in the Bible as a central location, both geographically and spiritually. In <a href="/ezekiel/5-5.htm">Ezekiel 5:5</a> , God declares, "This is what the Lord GOD says: This is Jerusalem, which I have set in the center of the nations, with countries all around her." This verse highlights Jerusalem's central position among the nations, underscoring its importance as a focal point in God's plan for humanity.<br><br>The land of Israel is strategically located at the crossroads of Africa, Asia, and Europe, making it a significant area for trade, travel, and cultural exchange throughout history. This central location has contributed to its historical and prophetic importance in biblical narratives.<br><br><b>Theological Significance</b><br><br>Theologically, the center of the land holds profound significance as the place where God chose to establish His covenant with His people. The land of Canaan, promised to Abraham and his descendants, is often seen as the physical manifestation of God's promises and blessings. In <a href="/genesis/12.htm">Genesis 12:1-3</a> , God calls Abram to leave his country and go to the land He will show him, promising to make him a great nation and to bless all the families of the earth through him.<br><br>The centrality of the land is further emphasized in <a href="/deuteronomy/11-12.htm">Deuteronomy 11:12</a> , which describes it as "a land the LORD your God cares for; the eyes of the LORD your God are always on it, from the beginning of the year to its end." This verse underscores the divine attention and care bestowed upon the land, marking it as a special place in God's redemptive plan.<br><br><b>Prophetic Implications</b><br><br>Prophetically, the center of the land is often associated with eschatological events. The land of Israel is seen as the stage for the fulfillment of God's promises and the ultimate restoration of His people. In <a href="/zechariah/14-4.htm">Zechariah 14:4</a> , the Mount of Olives, located just outside Jerusalem, is described as the place where the Lord will stand in the day of His return, splitting the mountain in two and creating a valley. This imagery reinforces the idea of the land as a central location for future divine intervention and fulfillment of prophecy.<br><br><b>Cultural and Historical Context</b><br><br>Throughout history, the land of Israel has been a focal point for various empires and civilizations, each recognizing its strategic and spiritual significance. From the ancient Canaanites to the Israelites, and later the Romans and Byzantines, the land has been a contested and cherished region. Its centrality in biblical history is reflected in the numerous battles, migrations, and divine encounters recorded in Scripture.<br><br>In summary, while the specific phrase "the center of the land" may not appear verbatim in the Berean Standard Bible, the concept is deeply embedded in the biblical narrative. It represents the geographical, theological, and prophetic significance of the land of Israel as a central element in God's covenantal relationship with His people and His unfolding plan for the world.</div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="sub" id="sub"></a><div class="vheading2">Subtopics</div><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/c/center.htm">Center</a></p><a name="rel" id="rel"></a><div class="vheading2">Related Terms</div><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/g/graecia.htm">Graecia</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/e/esdraelon.htm">Esdraelon</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/s/shephelah.htm">Shephelah (2 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/s/serpent.htm">Serpent (40 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/s/sabbatical.htm">Sabbatical (1 Occurrence)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/e/ephraim.htm">Ephraim (168 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/s/shechem.htm">Shechem (61 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