The brook Kidron symbolizes sin and judgment in the Scriptures, particularly in relation to the sacrifices of the Old Testament.
The brook Kidron, mentioned numerous times in the Old Testament, is depicted as a dark and putrid stream that carried away the waste and refuse from the temple sacrifices. It represents the sinfulness of humanity and the judgment of God upon that sin. The name 'Kidron' itself means dark, highlighting its association with the pollution and decay of sin. Every sacrifice made at the temple, instead of cleansing sin, merely added to the foulness of the brook, emphasizing that external actions do not address the heart's condition. Consequently, Kidron serves as a stark reminder of how God views sin and our desperate need for cleansing through something greater than human effort.
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