How did the city of Capernaum get its name?

Bringing Safed (Tzfat), Israel to life through the Artza Holy Land blog

Explore the Holy Land through the Artza Holy Land blog. A pilgrimage through the country and discover the beauty and culture of the birthplace of Christianity.

Are Bethsaida and Capernaum the same place?

Why Was the Galilee Important to Jesus?

Many wonder what makes Galilee in Israel so important. Read this post to find out the significance and why Jesus spent most of his time there and what he did.

8 Interesting Facts About the Sea of Galilee

The Sea of Galilee is an important location in the life of Jesus, and to us Christians as well. Learn about the geographical points, as well as some fun facts.

Bringing Mount Tabor, Israel to life through the Artza Holy Land blog

Explore the Holy Land through the Artza Holy Land blog. A pilgrimage through the country and discover the beauty and culture of the birthplace of Christianity.

What Does Galilea Mean in the Bible?

The name Galilea is starting to become a very popular girl's name. But what is the significance and pronunciation of the name? Let's find out the origin and more

The Importance of the Sea of Galilee in the Bible

The Sea of Galilee plays an important role in the Bible as it is the place where Jesus performed most of his miracles and ministries.

Significance of Samaria and the Samaritans in the Bible

Samaria and the Samaritans hold great historical and biblical significance. Find out more about them in our blog.

What Does Babylon Mean in the Bible?

Babylon is a city that was left in ruins after being a land filled with blessings. Let's find out what Babylon means and why this ancient city was punished.

Where is Timna found in the Bible?

Is the Timna Park, found north of Eilat, in Israel's Negev Desert, the same one mentioned in the bible?

Where was Jesus before he arrived in Galilee?

I'm reading John 1:43, and I'm just wondering where he was before he arrived in the Galilee. I know that he got baptized in this region before he went to the Galilee but I cannot remember where.

From where was the disciple Peter?

Did Peter come from Bethsaida or Capernaum?

What country is modern-day Samaria?

What is Samaria now know as, and do Samaritans still exist today?

Why was Capernaum exalted to heaven?

What happened in Capernaum to make it important to lift to the highest heights?

Why did Jesus have to leave Nazareth?

This part is unclear to me: What made Jesus decide that he had to leave the village of his youth? Do you suppose he felt a calling, or did he leave for different reasons?

What were Tyre and Sidon known for in the bible?

What kind of cities were they?

What was Jesus preaching in the synagogue of Galilee?

What was Jesus' message to the people in Galilee in Matthew 4:23?

Which of the disciples came from Capernaum?