What is the name of Capernaum today?

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How did the city of Capernaum get its name?

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 is the significance of Beit Shean in the bible?

I've seen the name Beit She'an come up in the bible a few times. How old is it? Did anything happen there?

Are Bethsaida and Capernaum the same place?

What kind of fish are in the Sea of Galilee?

I've been wondering about the wildlife in the Sea of Galilee. Are there still fish in that sea? If so, how many types of fish are there?

From where was the disciple Peter?

Did Peter come from Bethsaida or Capernaum?

Who did Jesus call by the Sea of Galilee?

I know that Jesus did many things by the Sea of Galilee, but I don't know who he called upon. Can you please tell me who he called out to and why?

Why was Capernaum exalted to heaven?

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

Where is the old city of Jaffa in the Bible?

We went to go see the old city of Jaffa in Israel, Tel Aviv, and as we walked through there, we couldn't help but wonder what it might have been like in the biblical times and where in the bible

Is Acre (Akko) in Israel worth visiting?

Hi, I'm planning a trip to the holy land, and want to know if Acre is a good travel destination, would you say that it is a safe place to visit?