Jump to: ISBE • Easton's • Webster's • Concordance • Thesaurus • Hebrew • Library • Subtopics • Terms Topical Encyclopedia The term "rereward" appears in the King James Version of the Bible and is an archaic term that refers to the rear guard or the part of an army that protects the back of a marching formation. In modern translations, such as the Berean Standard Bible, this term is often rendered as "rear guard" or "rear defense."Biblical References: 1. Exodus 14:19 · In the context of the Israelites' exodus from Egypt, the Angel of God and the pillar of cloud moved from before the Israelites to behind them, serving as a protective rear guard against the pursuing Egyptian army. The Berean Standard Bible states, "Then the Angel of God, who had been traveling in front of the Israelite army, withdrew and went behind them. The pillar of cloud also moved from before them and stood behind them." 2. Joshua 6:9 · During the conquest of Jericho, the armed men went before the Ark of the Covenant, and the rear guard followed behind the Ark. The Berean Standard Bible describes this formation: "The armed men went ahead of the priests who blew the trumpets, and the rear guard followed the ark, while the trumpets kept sounding." 3. Isaiah 52:12 · In a prophetic context, God assures His people that they will not leave in haste or flight, for the Lord will go before them, and the God of Israel will be their rear guard. The Berean Standard Bible reads, "For you will not leave in haste or go in flight; for the LORD will go before you, the God of Israel will be your rear guard." 4. Isaiah 58:8 · In a passage about true fasting and righteousness, God promises that His glory will be the rear guard of those who act justly. The Berean Standard Bible states, "Then your light will break forth like the dawn, and your healing will come quickly. Your righteousness will go before you, and the glory of the LORD will be your rear guard." Theological Significance: The concept of the "rereward" or rear guard in the Bible carries significant theological implications. It symbolizes God's protection and faithfulness to His people. In military terms, the rear guard is crucial for safeguarding an army from surprise attacks from behind, ensuring the safety and integrity of the entire formation. Spiritually, this imagery reassures believers of God's comprehensive protection, not only leading them forward but also safeguarding them from past threats and unseen dangers. In the Exodus narrative, the movement of the Angel of God and the pillar of cloud to the rear of the Israelite camp underscores God's active role in delivering His people from bondage and His commitment to their safety. Similarly, in Isaiah's prophecies, the assurance of God's presence as a rear guard emphasizes His ongoing protection and guidance, encouraging His people to trust in His provision and timing. The use of "rereward" in these contexts highlights the completeness of God's care for His people, encompassing both their forward journey and their past vulnerabilities. It serves as a reminder of the divine promise that God is both the leader and protector of His covenant community. Easton's Bible Dictionary (Joshua 6:9), the troops in the rear of an army on the march, the rear-guard. This word is a corruption of the French arriere-garde. During the wilderness march the tribe of Dan formed the rear-guard (Numbers 10:25; Comp. 1 Samuel 29:2; Isaiah 52:12; 58:8). Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (n.) The rear guard of an army.International Standard Bible Encyclopedia REREWARDrer'-word. Strong's Hebrew 314. acharon -- coming after or behind... late or last; specifically (as facing the east) western -- after (-ward), to come, following, hind(-er, -ermost, -most), last, latter, rereward, ut(ter)most. ... /hebrew/314.htm - 6k 622. asaph -- to gather, remove Library The Vanguard and Rereward of the Church The Siege of Jericho Peter's Deliverance from Prison Marching Orders Spurgeon's Sermons Volume 5: 1859 The Genuine Acts of Peter. Bunsen's Biblical Researches. The Holy City; Or, the New Jerusalem: Thesaurus Rereward (2 Occurrences)... (n.) The rear guard of an army. Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. REREWARD. rer'-word. See REARWARD. Multi-Version Concordance Rereward (2 Occurrences). ... /r/rereward.htm - 7k Requiting (3 Occurrences) Resa (1 Occurrence) Warfare (18 Occurrences) War (529 Occurrences) Health (49 Occurrences) Resources Rereward: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.comBible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Concordance Rereward (2 Occurrences)Isaiah 52:12 Isaiah 58:8 Subtopics Related Terms |
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