Jacob's Ladder

While journeying to a new land, Jacob dreams of a ladder reaching from earth to heaven, symbolizing God’s ongoing interaction with humankind and the promise of His covenant.

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On a lonely night during his journey, Jacob found rest and dreamt of a ladder whose rungs stretched from earth to heaven. Angels were seen ascending and descending along this divine bridge, and God’s voice declared promises to Jacob regarding land and numerous descendants.

This powerful vision reassured Jacob that despite his past and uncertain future, he was in the unfolding plan of God—a plan that would influence generations to come.

Footnotes

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Jacob’s dream is an early biblical image of the connection between heaven and earth.

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