Topical Encyclopedia In biblical terms, the concept of "station" can be understood in various contexts, including physical locations, positions of duty, or spiritual standings. The term itself is not explicitly used in most English translations of the Bible, but the idea is present throughout Scripture in different forms.1. Physical Locations: In the Old Testament, the Israelites' journey through the wilderness involved various "stations" or encampments. These were specific places where the Israelites stopped and set up camp during their 40-year journey from Egypt to the Promised Land. Numbers 33 provides a detailed account of these stages, listing each location where the Israelites camped. For example, Numbers 33:1-2 states, "These are the stages of the Israelites when they came out of the land of Egypt by their divisions under the leadership of Moses and Aaron. At the LORD’s command, Moses recorded the stages of their journey. These are the stages listed by their starting points." 2. Positions of Duty: The concept of station can also refer to roles or duties assigned by God. In the Levitical priesthood, specific duties were assigned to different families and individuals. Each had a "station" or position of service in the tabernacle or temple. For instance, the sons of Kohath were responsible for carrying the most holy things (Numbers 4:4-15). This division of labor ensured that the worship and sacrifices were conducted according to God's commands. In the New Testament, the idea of station can be seen in the various roles within the early church. Ephesians 4:11-12 describes different roles: "And it was He who gave some to be apostles, some to be prophets, some to be evangelists, and some to be pastors and teachers, to equip the saints for works of ministry and to build up the body of Christ." Each role represents a station within the body of Christ, contributing to the church's mission and growth. 3. Spiritual Standings: Spiritually, one's station can refer to their standing before God. Believers are called to stand firm in their faith and maintain their spiritual station. Ephesians 6:13-14 exhorts believers, "Therefore take up the full armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you will be able to stand your ground, and having done everything, to stand. Stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled around your waist, with the breastplate of righteousness arrayed." The concept of station also encompasses the idea of being steadfast in one's calling and faith. Paul encourages believers to remain in the station or condition in which they were called, as seen in 1 Corinthians 7:20 : "Each one should remain in the situation he was in when he was called." 4. Eschatological Implications: In eschatological terms, the station of believers is ultimately fulfilled in their eternal standing with Christ. Revelation 3:21 promises, "To the one who overcomes, I will grant the right to sit with Me on My throne, just as I overcame and sat down with My Father on His throne." This future station reflects the believer's ultimate position of honor and authority in the kingdom of God. Throughout Scripture, the concept of station encompasses physical locations, roles of service, spiritual standings, and future promises. Each aspect highlights the importance of understanding one's place and purpose within God's divine plan. Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary 1. (n.) The act of standing; also, attitude or pose in standing; posture.2. (n.) A state of standing or rest; equilibrium. 3. (n.) The spot or place where anything stands, especially where a person or thing habitually stands, or is appointed to remain for a time; as, the station of a sentinel. 4. (n.) A regular stopping place in a stage road or route; a place where railroad trains regularly come to a stand, for the convenience of passengers, taking in fuel, moving freight, etc. 5. (n.) The headquarters of the police force of any precinct. 6. (n.) The place at which an instrument is planted, or observations are made, as in surveying. 7. (n.) The particular place, or kind of situation, in which a species naturally occurs; a habitat. 8. (n.) A place to which ships may resort, and where they may anchor safely. 9. (n.) A place or region to which a government ship or fleet is assigned for duty. 10. (n.) A place calculated for the rendezvous of troops, or for the distribution of them; also, a spot well adapted for offensive measures. Wilhelm (Mil. Dict.). 11. (n.) An enlargement in a shaft or galley, used as a landing, or passing place, or for the accommodation of a pump, tank, etc. 12. (n.) Post assigned; office; the part or department of public duty which a person is appointed to perform; sphere of duty or occupation; employment. 13. (n.) Situation; position; location. 14. (n.) State; rank; condition of life; social status. 15. (n.) The fast of the fourth and sixth days of the week, Wednesday and Friday, in memory of the council which condemned Christ, and of his passion. 16. (n.) A church in which the procession of the clergy halts on stated days to say stated prayers. 17. (n.) One of the places at which ecclesiastical processions pause for the performance of an act of devotion; formerly, the tomb of a martyr, or some similarly consecrated spot; now, especially, one of those representations of the successive stages of our Lord's passion which are often placed round the naves of large churches and by the side of the way leading to sacred edifices or shrines, and which are visited in rotation, stated services being performed at each; -- called also Station of the cross. 18. (v. t.) To place; to set; to appoint or assign to the occupation of a post, place, or office; as, to station troops on the right of an army; to station a sentinel on a rampart; to station ships on the coasts of Africa. Greek 4102. pistis -- faith, faithfulness ... J. Calvin). 1 Hab 2:1: " I will stand on my guard post And station myself on the rampart; And I will keep watch to see (Heb ) " (). ... //strongsnumbers.com/greek2/4102.htm - 18k 5410. phoron -- forum, market 4749. stole -- equipment, apparel 5021. tasso -- to draw up in order, arrange Strong's Hebrew 3320. yatsab -- to set or station oneself, take one's stand... yatsab. 3321 . to set or station oneself, take one's stand. Transliteration: yatsab Phonetic Spelling: (yaw-tsab') Short Definition: stand. Word Origin a prim ... /hebrew/3320.htm - 6k 4673. matstsab -- standing place, station, garrison 7771a. shoa -- independent, noble (in station) 8215. shephal -- low (in station) 7771. showa' -- independent, noble (in station) 5324. natsab -- to take one's stand, stand 6678. Tsoba -- an Aramean (Syrian) kingdom 8111. Shomron -- capital of N. kingdom of Isr. 6717. Tsiba -- a servant in Saul's house 4674. mutstsab -- palisade or entrenchment Library At the Cross Her Station Keeping A Coaling Station for Satan's Fleet. At the Cross Her Station Keeping He Has You on his Heart. Of Stations, and of the Hours of Prayer. Letter vii. Self-Denial. Of Stations. Fifth Sunday after Trinity Exhortation to the Fruits of Faith. Jericho Itself. The Canonical Epistle of St. Gregory, Archbishop of Neoc??sarea ... Thesaurus Station (78 Occurrences)... n.) 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