GILGAL, the First Camped of the Israelites after Crossing the Jordan River, to Enter to the Promise Land. The 12 Stones Monument that Took in the Middle of the Jordan River… | Visit Israel From Your Home

Gilgal is the first campsite of Israel after crossing the Jordan River (Joshua 4–5). It’s where God told Joshua to set up twelve stones—one for each tribe—as a memorial of God’s power in stopping the Jordan’s waters. At Gilgal, Israel was renewed: circumcision was restored, the Passover was celebrated, and the people stepped fully into the Promised Land. The “footprint” often linked with Gilgal symbolizes God’s step among His people—a mark of divine guidance, covenant, and victory. Spiritually,