Jump to: ISBE • Easton's • Webster's • Concordance • Thesaurus • Greek • Hebrew • Library • Subtopics • Terms Topical Encyclopedia The term "beyond" in the biblical context often signifies a place, condition, or state that is further than a given point, both in physical and metaphorical senses. It is used to describe geographical locations, spiritual conditions, and eschatological promises. The concept of "beyond" invites believers to consider what lies outside their immediate experience, encouraging faith and hope in God's promises.Geographical Contexts In the Old Testament, "beyond" frequently refers to regions across a significant geographical boundary. For example, the phrase "beyond the Jordan" is used to describe territories on the eastern side of the Jordan River. In Deuteronomy 3:25, Moses speaks of the land "beyond the Jordan," which the Israelites are to inherit: "Please let me cross over and see the good land beyond the Jordan—that pleasant hill country and Lebanon." Spiritual and Metaphorical Uses The concept of "beyond" also extends to spiritual and metaphorical realms. It often signifies a deeper understanding or a higher calling that transcends earthly limitations. In Ephesians 3:20, the Apostle Paul writes about God's ability to do immeasurably more than we ask or imagine: "Now to Him who is able to do infinitely beyond all we ask or imagine, according to His power that is at work within us." This passage encourages believers to trust in God's power, which surpasses human comprehension. Eschatological Promises In eschatological terms, "beyond" points to the future hope and promises of God that await believers. The New Testament speaks of a heavenly inheritance that is "beyond" the present world. In 2 Corinthians 4:17, Paul contrasts temporary afflictions with eternal glory: "For our light and momentary affliction is producing for us an eternal glory that is far beyond comparison." This highlights the Christian hope of eternal life and the ultimate fulfillment of God's promises. Faith and Trust The notion of "beyond" challenges believers to exercise faith and trust in God's plans, which often extend beyond human understanding. Hebrews 11:1 defines faith as "the assurance of what we hope for and the certainty of what we do not see." This assurance involves trusting in God's promises that lie beyond our current reality. Conclusion The biblical use of "beyond" serves as a reminder of the vastness of God's creation, the depth of His promises, and the hope of eternal life. It calls believers to look past their immediate circumstances and trust in the divine plan that extends far beyond human comprehension. Easton's Bible Dictionary When used with reference to Jordan, signifies in the writings of Moses the west side of the river, as he wrote on the east bank (Genesis 50:10, 11; Deuteronomy 1:1, 5; 3:8, 20; 4:46); but in the writings of Joshua, after he had crossed the river, it means the east side (Joshua 5:1; 12:7; 22:7). Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary 1. (prep.) On the further side of; in the same direction as, and further on or away than.2. (prep.) At a place or time not yet reached; before. 3. (prep.) Past, out of the reach or sphere of; further than; greater than; as, the patient was beyond medical aid; beyond one's strength. 4. (prep.) In a degree or amount exceeding or surpassing; proceeding to a greater degree than; above, as in dignity, excellence, or quality of any kind. 5. (adv.) Further away; at a distance; yonder. International Standard Bible Encyclopedia BEYONDbe-yond': Found in the Hebrew only in its application to space and time, and for these ideas three words are employed: hale'ah (Genesis 35:21) = "to the distance"; `abhar = "to go beyond" "to cross" derivative `ebher (Chald. `abhar) = "across," "beyond" (Deuteronomy 30:13 Joshua 18:7 Judges 3:26 1 Samuel 20:36 2 Chronicles 20:2 Ezra 4:17, 20 Jeremiah 25:22); and `al (Leviticus 15:25) = "beyond the time." In the New Testament peran, is used to express "beyond" in the spatial sense (Matthew 4:15), while other words and phrases are employed for adverbial ideas of degree: huperperissos (Mark 7:37); huper (2 Corinthians 8:3; 2 Corinthians 10:16); kathuperbolen (Galatians 1:13). In the King James Version be`eher, is occasionally translated "beyond," and when this word is joined to ha-yarden, "Jordan," as it usually is, it becomes critically important. In the American Standard Revised Version, be`ebher ha-yarden is translated "beyond the Jordan," in Genesis 50:10, 21 Deuteronomy 3:20, 25 Joshua 9:10 Judges 5:17; "on this side Jordan" in Deuteronomy 1:1, 5 Joshua 1:14, 15; "on the other side Jordan" in Deuteronomy 11:30 Joshua 12:1; Joshua 22:4; Joshua 24:2, 8 (compare the King James Version and the Revised Version (British and American), Joshua 24:14, 25; see RIVER, THE), Judges 10:8 1 Samuel 31:7; and "on the side of Jordan" in Joshua 5:1. the American Standard Revised Version gives "beyond the Jordan" throughout. me`ebher, is used with ha-yarden in Numbers 34:15; Numbers 35:14 Joshua 13:32 Judges 7:25; and `ebher, alone in Deuteronomy 4:49 (the King James Version "on this side"); Joshua 13:27 (the King James Version "on the other side"). It is clear that the phrase may be translated "across Jordan"; that it is used of either side of the Jordan (Deuteronomy 3:8 speaks of the eastern, Deuteronomy 3:20, 25 of the western); that "beyond Jordan" may be used of the side of the Jordan on which the writer stands (Joshua 5:1; Joshua 9:1; Joshua 12:7); but from the fact that Deuteronomy 1:1, 5; Deuteronomy 4:41, 46, 47, 49, where statements are made about Moses, the reference is to the country East of the Jordan, while in Deuteronomy 3:20, 25; Deuteronomy 11:30, where Moses is represented as speaking, the West is indicated, critics have concluded that the author (at least of Deuteronomy) must have lived after Moses, being careful to distinguish between himself and the prophet. Greek 5228. huper -- over, beyond, fig. on behalf of, for the sake of ... ... huper. 5229 . over, beyond, fig. ... 5228 (a preposition) -- properly, beyond (above); (figuratively) to extend () that reaches beyond the present situation. ... //strongsnumbers.com/greek2/5228.htm - 7k 5249. huperperissos -- beyond measure, exceedingly 1900. epekeina -- farther on, beyond 5235. huperballo -- to throw over or beyond, to run beyond 5236. huperbole -- a throwing beyond, excess, superiority 4007b. peraitero -- beyond 5238. huperekeina -- beyond 176. akatagnostos -- not to be condemned, beyond reproach 5238a. huperekeina -- beyond 5239. huperekteino -- beyond measure, exceedingly Strong's Hebrew 5676. eber -- region across or beyond, side... 5675, 5676. eber. 5677 . region across or beyond, side. Transliteration: eber Phonetic Spelling: (ay'-ber) Short Definition: beyond. ... /hebrew/5676.htm - 6k 5675. abar -- region across or beyond 5682. Abarim -- "regions beyond," a mountainous region North of ... 5677. Eber -- "region beyond," a descendant of Shem, also the name ... 1973. haleah -- out there, onwards, further 5674. abar -- to pass over, through, or by, pass on 5674a. abar -- to pass over, through, or by, pass on 5921. al -- upon, above, over 5704. ad -- as far as, even to, up to, until, while 4480. min -- from Library To the Regions Beyond Beyond the Clouds of Heaven Looking Beyond. Beyond the Brightness of the Sun In the Regions Beyond Beyond Metrophanes, it Will not be Necessary to Carry Our ... Hope Beyond the Grave. O Heavenly Land Beyond the Sun! Perea. Beyond Jordan. That the Resurrection is not Beyond Probability . Thesaurus Beyond (209 Occurrences)... 3. (prep.) Past, out of the reach or sphere of; further than; greater than; as, the patient was beyond medical aid; beyond one's strength. ...BEYOND. ... /b/beyond.htm - 42k Provinces (40 Occurrences) Colleagues (8 Occurrences) Associates (26 Occurrences) Tattenai (4 Occurrences) Tat'tenai (4 Occurrences) Shethar-bozenai (4 Occurrences) She'thar-boz'enai (4 Occurrences) Shetharbozenai (4 Occurrences) Eastward (72 Occurrences) Resources What is God's relationship to time? | GotQuestions.orgWhat is trajectory hermeneutics? | GotQuestions.org What is simulation theory? Is all of reality actually a simulation? | GotQuestions.org Beyond: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Concordance Beyond (209 Occurrences)Matthew 4:15 Matthew 4:25 Matthew 5:37 Matthew 19:1 Matthew 26:39 Mark 3:8 Mark 6:51 Mark 7:37 Mark 10:1 Mark 10:26 Mark 14:35 Luke 10:35 Luke 13:2 Luke 13:4 Luke 22:41 Luke 23:47 John 1:28 John 3:26 John 6:1 John 7:40 John 10:40 John 18:1 Acts 2:36 Acts 7:43 Acts 15:28 Acts 16:13 Acts 19:39 Acts 26:22 Acts 28:4 Romans 7:13 Romans 11:11 Romans 11:33 1 Corinthians 1:16 1 Corinthians 4:6 1 Corinthians 7:36 1 Corinthians 10:13 2 Corinthians 1:8 2 Corinthians 4:17 2 Corinthians 8:3 2 Corinthians 10:13 2 Corinthians 10:14 2 Corinthians 10:15 2 Corinthians 10:16 Galatians 1:13 Galatians 1:14 Galatians 5:12 Ephesians 3:20 Colossians 1:22 Colossians 3:14 1 Thessalonians 4:6 1 Timothy 3:10 Titus 2:8 Philemon 1:21 Hebrews 1:9 Hebrews 7:7 Hebrews 11:11 Revelation 12:14 Genesis 35:21 Genesis 41:49 Genesis 49:26 Genesis 50:10 Genesis 50:11 Leviticus 15:25 Numbers 3:46 Numbers 3:49 Numbers 21:13 Numbers 22:1 Numbers 22:18 Numbers 24:13 Numbers 32:19 Numbers 32:32 Numbers 34:15 Numbers 35:14 Numbers 35:26 Deuteronomy 1:1 Deuteronomy 1:5 Deuteronomy 3:8 Deuteronomy 3:20 Deuteronomy 3:25 Deuteronomy 4:41 Deuteronomy 4:46 Deuteronomy 4:47 Deuteronomy 4:49 Deuteronomy 11:30 Deuteronomy 30:11 Deuteronomy 30:13 Joshua 1:14 Joshua 1:15 Joshua 2:10 Joshua 5:1 Joshua 7:7 Joshua 9:1 Joshua 9:10 Joshua 12:1 Joshua 12:7 Joshua 13:8 Joshua 13:27 Joshua 13:32 Joshua 14:3 Joshua 16:6 Subtopics Related Terms Elon-bezaanannim (1 Occurrence) Elon-beza-anannim (1 Occurrence) |