Places
Places in Scripture on Anakalypsis: biblical geography from Eden to the New Jerusalem, with regions, modern names, and the passages set there. (Showing first 244.)
Athens
Athens, the capital of Achaia, was a significant cultural and philosophical center visited by Paul, who preached at the Areopagus as recorded in Acts.
Achaia · modern Athens, Greece
Cenchreae
Cenchreae is a port city of Corinth mentioned in Acts 18:18, where Paul had his hair cut because of a vow, and in Romans 16:1 as the home of Phoebe.
Achaia · modern Kenchries, Greece
Corinth
Corinth is a major city in Achaia, known for its significant Christian community to which Paul wrote two epistles, and where he spent considerable time during his missionary journeys.
Achaia · modern Korinthos, Greece
Mars Hill
Mars Hill, or the Areopagus, is a prominent rock outcropping in Athens where the Apostle Paul delivered a sermon to the Athenians about the 'unknown god.'
Achaia · modern Athens, Greece
Cos
Cos is an island in the Aegean Sea mentioned in Acts 21:1 as a stop on Paul's return journey to Jerusalem.
Aegean · modern Kos, Greece
Patmos
Patmos is an island in the Aegean Sea, where John received the visions recorded in the Book of Revelation (Revelation 1:9).
Aegean · modern Patmos, Greece
Rhodes
Rhodes is an island in the Aegean Sea visited by Paul during his missionary journeys, as noted in Acts 21:1.
Aegean · modern Rhodes, Greece
Samos
Samos is an island in the Aegean Sea mentioned in Acts 20:15 as a stop during Paul's third missionary journey.
Aegean · modern Samos, Greece
Samothrace
Samothrace is an island in the northern Aegean Sea, noted in Acts 16:11 as a waypoint during Paul's journey to Macedonia.
Aegean · modern Samothraki, Greece
Rabbah
Rabbah was the capital city of the Ammonites, mentioned in 2 Samuel 12:26-29 during David's conquest.
Ammon · modern Amman, Jordan
Sheba
Sheba is a region associated with the Queen of Sheba, who visited King Solomon to test his wisdom (1 Kings 10:1-13).
Arabia · modern Yemen/Ethiopia (disputed)
Arabia
Arabia refers to the vast desert region of the Arabian Peninsula, mentioned in the Bible in connection with the journeys of Paul (Galatians 1:17) and the Queen of Sheba (1 Kings 10:1).
Arabian Peninsula · modern Arabian Peninsula
Mount Ararat
Mount Ararat is traditionally identified as the resting place of Noah's Ark after the flood, as mentioned in Genesis 8:4.
Armenia · modern Agri Dagi, Turkey
Assos
Assos was a city in the Roman province of Asia, visited by Paul during his third missionary journey as recorded in the Acts of the Apostles.
Asia · modern Behramkale, Turkey
Cnidus
Cnidus is a city on the southwestern coast of Asia Minor mentioned in Acts 27:7, where Paul's ship passed during his journey to Rome.
Asia · modern Knidos, Turkey
Colossae
Colossae is a city in Asia Minor to which Paul addressed the Epistle to the Colossians, known for its early Christian community.
Asia · modern near Honaz, Turkey
Ephesus
Ephesus was a major city in Asia Minor, significant for its large Christian community and as the recipient of Paul's letter to the Ephesians.
Asia · modern Selçuk, Turkey
Laodicea
Laodicea is a city in Asia Minor, known for being one of the seven churches addressed in the Book of Revelation, criticized for its lukewarm faith.
Asia · modern Denizli, Turkey
Miletus
Miletus was an ancient city on the western coast of Asia Minor, where Paul met with the Ephesian elders in Acts 20:17-38.
Asia · modern Milet, Turkey
Pergamum
Pergamum was a prominent city in Asia Minor, known for its pagan worship and one of the seven churches addressed in Revelation (Revelation 2:12-17).
Asia · modern Bergama, Turkey
Philadelphia
Philadelphia was one of the seven churches addressed in the Book of Revelation, known for its perseverance (Revelation 3:7-13).
Asia · modern Alaşehir, Turkey
Sardis
Sardis was the capital of the ancient kingdom of Lydia and one of the seven churches addressed in the Book of Revelation (Revelation 3:1-6).
Asia · modern Sart, Turkey
Smyrna
Smyrna was an ancient city in Asia Minor, one of the seven churches addressed in the Book of Revelation (Revelation 2:8-11).
Asia · modern Izmir, Turkey
Thyatira
Thyatira was a city in Asia Minor, known for its trade guilds and as the home of Lydia, a convert of Paul, as mentioned in Acts 16:14.
Asia · modern Akhisar, Turkey
Troas
Troas was a region in northwest Asia Minor, significant in the New Testament as a place where Paul had a vision calling him to Macedonia (Acts 16:8-10).
Asia · modern Biga Peninsula, Turkey
Asia (Province)
The Roman province of Asia, located in western Asia Minor, was significant in the New Testament as a region where Paul established several churches.
Asia Minor · modern Western Turkey
Bithynia
Bithynia was a region in Asia Minor, mentioned in the New Testament as a place where the Apostle Paul was forbidden by the Holy Spirit to preach (Acts 16:7).
Asia Minor · modern Northwestern Turkey
Cappadocia
Cappadocia is a region in Asia Minor mentioned in Acts 2:9 as one of the places from which Jews came to Jerusalem for Pentecost.
Asia Minor · modern central Turkey
Cilicia
Cilicia is a region in Asia Minor mentioned in Acts 6:9 and Acts 15:41, known as the home region of Paul and a place he visited during his missionary journeys.
Asia Minor · modern southeastern Turkey
Galatia
Galatia is a region in Asia Minor visited by Paul during his missionary journeys and addressed in his Epistle to the Galatians.
Asia Minor · modern central Turkey
Lycia
Lycia is a region in Asia Minor, visited by Paul during his missionary journeys as recorded in the Acts of the Apostles.
Asia Minor · modern Southwestern Turkey
Mysia
Mysia is a region in northwest Asia Minor mentioned in Acts 16:7-8 as an area Paul passed through during his missionary journeys.
Asia Minor · modern northwest Turkey
Pamphylia
Pamphylia is a coastal region in Asia Minor, mentioned in Acts 13:13 as a place Paul and Barnabas visited during their missionary journeys.
Asia Minor · modern southern Turkey
Phrygia
Phrygia was a region in Asia Minor visited by Paul during his missionary journeys (Acts 16:6).
Asia Minor · modern central Turkey
Pontus
Pontus was a region in Asia Minor, home to some of the early Christians mentioned in the New Testament (Acts 2:9; 1 Peter 1:1).
Asia Minor · modern northern Turkey
Nineveh
Nineveh was the capital of the Assyrian Empire, known for its size and wickedness, and the site of Jonah's prophetic mission (Jonah 1:2).
Assyria · modern Mosul, Iraq
Dalmatia
Dalmatia is a region in the Balkans mentioned in 2 Timothy 4:10, where Titus went during Paul's final imprisonment.
Balkans · modern coastal Croatia
Anathoth
Anathoth was a Levitical city in the territory of Benjamin, known as the hometown of the prophet Jeremiah (Jeremiah 1:1).
Benjamin · modern Anata, West Bank
Gibeah
Gibeah is a city in the territory of Benjamin, known as the home of King Saul and the site of a notorious crime in the Book of Judges.
Benjamin · modern Tell el-Ful, West Bank
Gibeon
Gibeon is a city in Benjamin, notable for its inhabitants' treaty with Joshua and as a site where Solomon offered sacrifices.
Benjamin · modern el-Jib, West Bank
Michmash
Michmash is a town in the territory of Benjamin, noted for its strategic military significance in the battles between Saul and the Philistines.
Benjamin · modern Mukhmas, West Bank
Mizpah
Mizpah in Benjamin was a significant city in the Old Testament, serving as a gathering place for Israel in times of crisis, such as in Judges 20:1.
Benjamin · modern Nabi Samwil, West Bank
Ramah
Ramah in Benjamin is a city mentioned in the Old Testament, notably in Jeremiah 31:15 as a place of lamentation.
Benjamin
Ai
Ai was a Canaanite city conquered by Joshua and the Israelites, as recounted in Joshua 7-8, following their initial defeat due to Achan's sin.
Canaan · modern et-Tell, West Bank
Tarsus
Tarsus was a city in Cilicia, known as the birthplace of the Apostle Paul, as mentioned in Acts 9:11.
Cilicia · modern Tarsus, Turkey
Philistia
Philistia was a region on the coastal plain of Canaan, inhabited by the Philistines, frequent adversaries of Israel (Judges 13:1).
Coastal Plain · modern Gaza Strip and southern coastal Israel
Plain of Sharon
The Plain of Sharon is a fertile coastal plain in Israel, mentioned for its beauty and fertility (Isaiah 35:2).
Coastal Plain · modern Sharon Plain, Israel
Fair Havens
Fair Havens is a harbor on the southern coast of Crete where Paul stopped during his voyage to Rome, as recorded in Acts 27.
Crete · modern Fair Havens, Crete
Lasea
Lasea is a city on the island of Crete, mentioned in the account of Paul's voyage to Rome in the Book of Acts.
Crete
Paphos
Paphos is a city on the island of Cyprus, where Paul confronted the magician Elymas during his first missionary journey (Acts 13:6-12).
Cyprus · modern Paphos, Cyprus
Salamis
Salamis is a city on the eastern coast of Cyprus where Paul and Barnabas preached during their first missionary journey, as mentioned in Acts 13:5.
Cyprus · modern Salamis, Cyprus
Beth-shemesh
Beth-shemesh was a city in the territory of Dan, known for being a Levitical city and the place where the Ark of the Covenant was returned by the Philistines (1 Samuel 6:12-15).
Dan · modern Beit Shemesh, Israel
Zorah
Zorah was a town in the territory of Dan, known as the birthplace of Samson, the judge of Israel, as mentioned in Judges 13.
Dan · modern Tel Tzora, Israel
Gomorrah
Gomorrah, along with Sodom, was one of the cities destroyed by divine judgment due to its wickedness, as described in Genesis.
Dead Sea Plain
Sodom
Sodom was one of the cities of the plain near the Dead Sea, destroyed by divine judgment due to its wickedness as described in Genesis 19.
Dead Sea Plain
Zoar
Zoar was one of the cities of the plain spared from destruction when Sodom and Gomorrah were destroyed, providing refuge for Lot, as described in Genesis 19.
Dead Sea Plain · modern Ghor al-Safi, Jordan
Gerasa
Gerasa is one of the cities of the Decapolis, mentioned in the Gospels in connection with Jesus' healing of the demoniac.
Decapolis · modern Jerash, Jordan
Ethiopia
Ethiopia is a region in East Africa mentioned in the Bible, often associated with the descendants of Cush and known for its interactions with Israel, such as the visit of the Queen of Sheba to Solomon.
East Africa · modern Ethiopia
Moab
Moab was a region east of the Dead Sea, often in conflict with Israel, and the setting for the story of Ruth, a Moabite woman who became an ancestor of David.
East Dead Sea · modern Central Jordan
Ammon
Ammon was an ancient kingdom located east of the Jordan River, frequently mentioned in the Old Testament as an adversary of Israel.
East Jordan · modern Amman, Jordan
Bashan
Bashan was a fertile region east of the Jordan River, known for its strong cities and cattle, and was conquered by the Israelites under Moses.
East Jordan · modern Golan Heights, Syria/Israel
Brook Cherith
The Brook Cherith was a ravine east of the Jordan River where Elijah was miraculously fed by ravens during a drought (1 Kings 17:3-6).
East Jordan
Decapolis
The Decapolis was a group of ten cities on the eastern frontier of the Roman Empire, known for their Greco-Roman culture and mentioned in the context of Jesus' ministry.
East Jordan
Gilead
Gilead is a mountainous region east of the Jordan River, known for its balm and as the home of the prophet Elijah.
East Jordan · modern northwest Jordan
Heshbon
Heshbon was an Amorite city and later a Moabite city, mentioned in the Bible as the capital of King Sihon, conquered by the Israelites.
East Jordan · modern Tell Hesban, Jordan
Penuel
Penuel is a location east of the Jordan River where Jacob wrestled with God and was renamed Israel (Genesis 32:24-30).
East Jordan · modern Jabbok River area, Jordan
Perea
Perea is a region east of the Jordan River, often mentioned in the New Testament as a place where Jesus ministered (Matthew 19:1).
East Jordan · modern northern Jordan
Succoth
Succoth was a location east of the Jordan River where Jacob settled after meeting Esau, as mentioned in Genesis 33:17.
East Jordan
Bozrah
Bozrah was a city in Edom, noted in the prophetic literature as a place of judgment against Edom (Isaiah 34:6; Jeremiah 49:13).
Edom · modern Buseirah, Jordan
Mount Hor
Mount Hor is the mountain where Aaron, the brother of Moses, died and was buried, as described in Numbers 20:22-29.
Edom · modern Jebel Harun, Jordan
Mount Seir
Mount Seir is a mountainous region associated with the descendants of Esau, as mentioned in Genesis 36:8-9.
Edom · modern Jebel esh-Shera, Jordan
Sela
Sela, often identified with Petra, was a significant city in Edom, mentioned in Isaiah 16:1 and known for its rock-cut architecture.
Edom · modern Petra, Jordan
Alexandria
Alexandria was a major city in Egypt, founded by Alexander the Great, and is noted in the New Testament as a place from which ships sailed, including the one that took Paul to Rome (Acts 27:6).
Egypt · modern Alexandria, Egypt
Goshen
Goshen is the region in Egypt where the Israelites settled during Joseph's time, providing them with fertile land for their livestock.
Egypt · modern Nile Delta region, Egypt
Memphis
Memphis was an ancient capital of Egypt, significant in the biblical narrative as a center of Egyptian power and culture during the time of the patriarchs and the Exodus.
Egypt · modern Mit Rahina, Egypt
Nile River
The Nile River is a major river in Egypt, central to the story of Moses and the Exodus (Exodus 7:20).
Egypt · modern Nile River, Egypt
On
On, also known as Heliopolis, was an ancient city in Egypt, noted for its temple of the sun god Ra (Genesis 41:45).
Egypt · modern Heliopolis, Cairo, Egypt
Pithom
Pithom was one of the store cities built by the Israelites during their slavery in Egypt (Exodus 1:11).
Egypt · modern Tell el-Maskhuta, Egypt
Raamses
Raamses is one of the store cities built by the Israelites for Pharaoh, as mentioned in Exodus 1:11.
Egypt
Thebes
Thebes, also known as No-Amon, was a major city in ancient Egypt, mentioned in Nahum 3:8 as an example of a city judged by God.
Egypt · modern Luxor, Egypt
Red Sea
The Red Sea is the body of water that the Israelites crossed during the Exodus, as described in Exodus 14.
Egypt-Sinai · modern Red Sea
Beth-horon
Beth-horon was a strategic pair of towns in the hill country of Ephraim, significant for its role in various military campaigns, including those of Joshua and the Maccabees.
Ephraim · modern Beit Ur al-Fauqa and Beit Ur al-Tahta, West Bank
Bethel
Bethel was a city in the territory of Ephraim, notable as a site of Jacob's dream of a ladder reaching to heaven and later as a center of idol worship (Genesis 28:10-19; 1 Kings 12:28-29).
Ephraim · modern Beitin, West Bank
Gezer
Gezer is an ancient Canaanite city in Ephraim, significant for its strategic location and mentioned in the context of Solomon's building projects.
Ephraim · modern Tel Gezer, Israel
Shiloh
Shiloh was an important religious center in ancient Israel, housing the Tabernacle before the construction of Solomon's Temple (1 Samuel 1-4).
Ephraim · modern Khirbet Seilun, West Bank
Nicopolis
Nicopolis is a city in Epirus, mentioned in Titus 3:12 as a place where Paul intended to spend the winter.
Epirus · modern Preveza, Greece
Antioch of Pisidia
Antioch of Pisidia was a city in the Roman province of Galatia, where Paul preached during his first missionary journey (Acts 13:14-52).
Galatia · modern Yalvaç, Turkey
Derbe
Derbe was a city in the region of Galatia visited by Paul during his missionary journeys, noted for its early Christian community.
Galatia · modern Kerti Hüyük, Turkey
Iconium
Iconium was a city in the region of Galatia, visited by Paul during his missionary journeys, as recorded in the Acts of the Apostles.
Galatia · modern Konya, Turkey
Lystra
Lystra is a city in Galatia, notable for being the site where Paul healed a crippled man and was later stoned by the populace, as recorded in the Acts of the Apostles.
Galatia · modern Near present-day Hatunsaray, Turkey
Bethsaida
Bethsaida was a city in Galilee, known as the hometown of apostles Peter, Andrew, and Philip, and a site of Jesus' miracles (John 1:44; Mark 8:22-26).
Galilee · modern El-Araj or Et-Tell, Israel (disputed)
Cana
Cana of Galilee is noted in the New Testament as the site of Jesus' first miracle, turning water into wine at a wedding feast (John 2:1-11).
Galilee · modern Kafr Kanna, Israel
Capernaum
Capernaum was a town on the northwestern shore of the Sea of Galilee, serving as a central hub for Jesus' ministry and the site of many miracles (Matthew 4:13; Mark 2:1-12).
Galilee · modern Kfar Nahum, Israel
Chorazin
Chorazin is a town in Galilee mentioned in Matthew 11:21 and Luke 10:13, where Jesus performed mighty works and pronounced woes for its unrepentance.
Galilee · modern Khirbet Karazeh, Israel
Mount Carmel
Mount Carmel is a coastal mountain range in northern Israel, known for Elijah's confrontation with the prophets of Baal in 1 Kings 18.
Galilee · modern Mount Carmel, Israel
Mount Tabor
Mount Tabor is a prominent hill in Galilee, traditionally identified as the site of the Transfiguration of Jesus (Matthew 17:1-9).
Galilee · modern Mount Tabor, Israel
Nain
Nain is a village in Galilee where Jesus raised a widow's son from the dead (Luke 7:11-17).
Galilee · modern Nein, Israel
Nazareth
Nazareth is a town in Galilee, known as the childhood home of Jesus and the place where he began his ministry (Matthew 2:23).
Galilee · modern Nazareth, Israel
Ptolemais
Ptolemais, known in the New Testament as a city visited by Paul in Acts 21:7, was a significant port city in ancient Galilee.
Galilee · modern Acre, Israel
Sea of Galilee
The Sea of Galilee is a freshwater lake in northern Israel, central to Jesus' ministry, where he performed miracles such as walking on water and calming the storm.
Galilee · modern Lake Kinneret, Israel
Tiberias
Tiberias is a city on the western shore of the Sea of Galilee, founded by Herod Antipas and mentioned in John 6:23.
Galilee · modern Tiberias, Israel
Caesarea Philippi
Caesarea Philippi was a city in Gaulanitis, known for its pagan worship and as the site where Peter confessed Jesus as the Christ (Matthew 16:13-20).
Gaulanitis · modern Banias, Golan Heights
Jabbok River
The Jabbok River is a significant waterway in Gilead, where Jacob wrestled with a divine being before meeting Esau, as described in Genesis.
Gilead · modern Zarqa River, Jordan
Jabesh-gilead
Jabesh-gilead was a city in Gilead, known for its inhabitants' loyalty to King Saul and their retrieval of his body after his death.
Gilead
Mahanaim
Mahanaim is a city in Gilead, east of the Jordan River, noted as a place where Jacob encountered angels and later as a refuge for David during Absalom's rebellion.
Gilead
Ramoth-gilead
Ramoth-gilead was a city of refuge and a site of several battles, including those involving Ahab and Jehoshaphat, as noted in 1 Kings 22.
Gilead · modern Tell er-Rumeith, Jordan
Achaia
Achaia was a Roman province in southern Greece, mentioned in the New Testament as a region where Paul established churches, including in Corinth.
Greece · modern southern Greece (the Peloponnese)
Macedonia
Macedonia is a region in northern Greece, significant in the New Testament as the location of several early Christian communities visited by the Apostle Paul, including Philippi and Thessalonica.
Greece · modern northern Greece
Spain
Spain, referred to in Romans 15:24,28, was a distant region in the western Mediterranean that the Apostle Paul intended to visit to spread the Gospel.
Iberia · modern Spain
Persia
Persia was a major empire that played a significant role in the biblical narrative, particularly during the time of the Jewish exile and return (Ezra 1:1-4).
Iran · modern Iran
Valley of Jezreel
The Valley of Jezreel is a fertile plain in northern Israel, significant for various biblical battles and events (Judges 6:33; Hosea 1:5).
Israel · modern Jezreel Valley, Israel
Beth-shan
Beth-shan was a city in the territory of Issachar, significant for its strategic location and as the site where the Philistines displayed the bodies of Saul and his sons after their defeat at Mount Gilboa (1 Samuel 31:10-12).
Issachar · modern Beit She'an, Israel
Jezreel
Jezreel is a city and valley in the territory of Issachar, significant for its association with King Ahab and the prophet Elijah.
Issachar · modern Zer'in, Israel
Mount Gilboa
Mount Gilboa is a mountain range in northern Israel, known for the battle where King Saul and his sons died, as recorded in 1 Samuel 31.
Issachar · modern Mount Gilboa, Israel
Shunem
Shunem is a town in the territory of Issachar, noted for the hospitality shown to the prophet Elisha and the resurrection of the Shunammite's son (2 Kings 4:8-37).
Issachar · modern Sulam, Israel
Puteoli
Puteoli was an important port city in Italy where Paul landed on his way to Rome, as mentioned in Acts 28:13.
Italy · modern Pozzuoli, Italy
Rhegium
Rhegium is a port city in Italy where Paul stopped on his journey to Rome, as mentioned in Acts 28:13.
Italy · modern Reggio Calabria, Italy
Rome
Rome is the capital of the Roman Empire and the destination of Paul's journey, as described in Acts 28.
Italy · modern Rome, Italy
Megiddo
Megiddo is an ancient city in the Jezreel Valley, known for its strategic military significance and as the prophesied site of Armageddon in Revelation.
Jezreel Valley · modern Tel Megiddo, Israel
Arabah
The Arabah is a desert region extending from the Dead Sea to the Gulf of Aqaba, mentioned in the Bible as part of the boundary of the Promised Land (Deuteronomy 1:1).
Jordan Valley · modern Arava Valley, Israel/Jordan
Jordan River
The Jordan River is a major waterway in the Jordan Valley, notable for being the site of Jesus' baptism by John the Baptist and the crossing point for the Israelites into the Promised Land.
Jordan Valley · modern Jordan River, flowing through Israel, Jordan, and the West Bank
Azekah
Azekah was a fortified city in Judah, mentioned in the context of battles against the Philistines and the Babylonian conquest.
Judah · modern Tell Zakariya, Israel
Bethany
Bethany was a village near Jerusalem, significant as the home of Mary, Martha, and Lazarus, and the site of several events in Jesus' ministry, including the raising of Lazarus (John 11:1-44).
Judah · modern Al-Eizariya, West Bank
Bethlehem
Bethlehem, a town in Judah, is renowned as the birthplace of King David and, according to the New Testament, Jesus Christ (1 Samuel 16:1; Matthew 2:1).
Judah · modern Bethlehem, West Bank
Bethphage
Bethphage was a village on the Mount of Olives, near Jerusalem, mentioned in the context of Jesus' triumphal entry into Jerusalem (Mark 11:1).
Judah
Carmel
Carmel is a city in the territory of Judah mentioned in 1 Samuel 25 as the place where Nabal lived and where David sought provisions.
Judah
Debir
Debir was a Canaanite city conquered by Joshua, located in the hill country of Judah.
Judah · modern Khirbet Rabud, West Bank
Emmaus
Emmaus was a village near Jerusalem where the resurrected Jesus appeared to two of his disciples.
Judah · modern Emmaus-Nicopolis, Israel
Emmaus Road
The Emmaus Road is the route taken by two disciples when they encountered the resurrected Jesus, as described in the Gospel of Luke.
Judah
En-gedi
En-gedi is an oasis on the western shore of the Dead Sea, known as a refuge for David when fleeing from Saul.
Judah · modern Ein Gedi, Israel
Gethsemane
Gethsemane is a garden at the foot of the Mount of Olives in Judah, where Jesus prayed before his arrest.
Judah · modern Gethsemane, Jerusalem
Gilgal
Gilgal is a location mentioned in the Bible as the first campsite of the Israelites after crossing the Jordan River, significant for the renewal of the covenant and the celebration of Passover.
Judah
Golgotha
Golgotha, meaning 'place of the skull,' is the site outside Jerusalem where Jesus was crucified, according to the New Testament.
Judah · modern Jerusalem, Israel
Hebron
Hebron is an ancient city in Judah, significant as the burial place of the patriarchs and matriarchs and as King David's first capital.
Judah · modern Hebron, West Bank
Jericho
Jericho is an ancient city in the Jordan Valley, famously known for its walls that fell after the Israelites marched around them, as described in the book of Joshua.
Judah · modern Jericho, West Bank
Jerusalem
Jerusalem is a central city in biblical history, serving as the capital of Israel, the site of the Temple, and the location of Jesus' crucifixion and resurrection.
Judah · modern Jerusalem, Israel
Keilah
Keilah is a city in the territory of Judah, known for being saved by David from the Philistines and later being a place where David sought refuge from Saul.
Judah
Kidron Valley
The Kidron Valley is a valley in Judah, running between Jerusalem and the Mount of Olives, mentioned in connection with several biblical events, including King David's flight from Absalom.
Judah · modern Kidron Valley, Jerusalem, Israel
Lachish
Lachish is an ancient city in Judah, significant for its role as a fortified city during the kingdom of Judah and its conquest by the Assyrians under Sennacherib.
Judah · modern Tel Lachish, Israel
Libnah
Libnah is a city in Judah, noted for its revolt against King Jehoram and its mention in the conquest narratives of Joshua.
Judah
Machpelah
Machpelah is a burial site in Hebron, purchased by Abraham as a family tomb, where the patriarchs and matriarchs of Israel, including Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, Sarah, Rebekah, and Leah, were buried.
Judah · modern Hebron, West Bank
Mamre
Mamre is a site near Hebron where Abraham settled and received divine visitors who promised the birth of Isaac.
Judah · modern Hebron, West Bank
Maon
Maon is a town in the hill country of Judah, associated with David's flight from Saul and the story of Nabal and Abigail.
Judah · modern Khirbet Ma'in, West Bank
Mount Moriah
Mount Moriah is traditionally identified as the location where Abraham was to sacrifice Isaac, and later the site of Solomon's Temple, as mentioned in Genesis 22 and 2 Chronicles 3:1.
Judah · modern Temple Mount, Jerusalem
Mount Zion
Mount Zion is a hill in Jerusalem, often symbolically representing the city itself and the dwelling place of God in biblical texts (Psalm 48:2).
Judah · modern Jerusalem, Israel
Mount of Olives
The Mount of Olives is a ridge east of Jerusalem, significant in the New Testament as the place where Jesus ascended to heaven (Acts 1:9-12).
Judah · modern Mount of Olives, Jerusalem, Israel
Pool of Bethesda
The Pool of Bethesda in Jerusalem was a site of healing where Jesus healed a man who had been ill for 38 years (John 5:2-9).
Judah · modern Jerusalem, Israel
Pool of Siloam
The Pool of Siloam is a significant water reservoir in Jerusalem, mentioned in John 9:7 where Jesus heals a man born blind.
Judah · modern Jerusalem, Israel
Shephelah
The Shephelah is a region of low hills in Judah, serving as a buffer zone between the coastal plains and the Judean highlands, often mentioned in military contexts.
Judah · modern Shephelah, Israel
Tekoa
Tekoa was a town in Judah, known as the home of the prophet Amos, as mentioned in Amos 1:1.
Judah · modern Khirbet Teqoa, West Bank
Upper Room
The Upper Room is traditionally identified as the site in Jerusalem where Jesus held the Last Supper with His disciples (Mark 14:15).
Judah · modern Jerusalem, Israel
Valley of Achor
The Valley of Achor is mentioned in the context of Achan's sin and punishment, symbolizing trouble and later hope (Joshua 7:24-26; Hosea 2:15).
Judah
Valley of Elah
The Valley of Elah is the site of David's battle with Goliath (1 Samuel 17:2).
Judah · modern Elah Valley, Israel
Valley of Hinnom
The Valley of Hinnom, south of Jerusalem, was associated with child sacrifice and later became a symbol of judgment (Jeremiah 7:31-32).
Judah · modern Wadi er-Rababi, Jerusalem
Valley of Jehoshaphat
The Valley of Jehoshaphat is mentioned as a place of divine judgment in the prophetic literature (Joel 3:2, 12).
Judah
Via Dolorosa
The Via Dolorosa is the traditional path in Jerusalem believed to be the route Jesus walked on the way to His crucifixion.
Judah · modern Old City, Jerusalem
Wilderness of Judea
The Wilderness of Judea is a desert region where John the Baptist preached and Jesus was tempted (Matthew 3:1; 4:1).
Judah · modern Judean Desert, Israel
Dead Sea
The Dead Sea is a salt lake bordered by Jordan to the east and Israel and Palestine to the west, known for its extreme salinity and as the location near which Sodom and Gomorrah were situated.
Judah-Moab · modern Dead Sea
Arimathea
Arimathea is known as the home of Joseph, who provided his own tomb for Jesus' burial (Matthew 27:57-60).
Judea
Caesarea
Caesarea was a major port city in Judea, built by Herod the Great, and served as the Roman administrative capital; it is notable for being the site of Peter's visit to Cornelius and Paul's imprisonment (Acts 10:1-48; 23:23-35).
Judea · modern Caesarea, Israel
Joppa
Joppa is an ancient port city in Judea, significant as the place where Jonah boarded a ship to flee from God's command and where Peter raised Tabitha from the dead.
Judea · modern Jaffa, Tel Aviv, Israel
Lydda
Lydda is a town in Judea, known for being the place where Peter healed Aeneas, as recorded in the Acts of the Apostles.
Judea · modern Lod, Israel
Lebanon Mountains
The Lebanon Mountains are a mountain range in Lebanon, frequently mentioned in the Bible for their cedars, which were used in the construction of Solomon's Temple.
Lebanon · modern Mount Lebanon, Lebanon
Mount Hermon
Mount Hermon is a prominent mountain in the Anti-Lebanon range, mentioned in Psalm 133:3 and traditionally associated with the Transfiguration of Jesus.
Lebanon · modern Mount Hermon, Lebanon/Syria border
Phoenicia
Phoenicia was a coastal region known for its maritime trade and cities like Tyre and Sidon, mentioned in both Old and New Testaments (1 Kings 5:1; Mark 7:24).
Lebanon · modern Lebanon
Mitylene
Mitylene was the chief city of the island of Lesbos, visited by Paul during his third missionary journey as recorded in Acts 20:14.
Lesbos · modern Mytilene, Greece
Canaan
Canaan refers to the ancient region in the Levant, promised by God to Abraham and his descendants, and the land conquered by the Israelites under Joshua (Genesis 12:5-7; Joshua 1:2-4).
Levant · modern Levant region, including parts of modern Israel, Palestine, Lebanon, and Syria
Mediterranean Sea
The Mediterranean Sea is a large sea connected to the Atlantic Ocean, serving as a major route for trade and travel in biblical times, including Paul's missionary journeys.
Levant
Cyrene
Cyrene is a city in Libya mentioned in Acts 2:10 and Acts 11:20 as a place from which Jews came to Jerusalem and where early Christians preached to Greeks.
Libya · modern Shahhat, Libya
Amphipolis
Amphipolis was a city in Macedonia visited by Paul and Silas during their missionary journeys, as recorded in Acts 17:1.
Macedonia · modern Amphipolis, Greece
Apollonia
Apollonia was a city in Macedonia visited by Paul and Silas on their way to Thessalonica, as mentioned in Acts 17:1.
Macedonia · modern Apollonia, Greece
Berea
Berea was a city in Macedonia, noted in the New Testament for its noble-minded Jews who examined the Scriptures daily after hearing Paul's preaching.
Macedonia · modern Veria, Greece
Philippi
Philippi was a city in Macedonia where Paul established a church and wrote the Epistle to the Philippians (Acts 16:12-40).
Macedonia · modern Filippoi, Greece
Thessalonica
Thessalonica was a prominent city in Macedonia where Paul established a church, to which he addressed two epistles (1 and 2 Thessalonians).
Macedonia · modern Thessaloniki, Greece
Adriatic Sea
The Adriatic Sea is a body of water separating the Italian Peninsula from the Balkans, mentioned in Acts 27:27 during Paul's voyage to Rome.
Mediterranean · modern Adriatic Sea
Cauda
Cauda is a small island mentioned in Acts 27:16, where Paul and his companions took shelter during their stormy voyage to Rome.
Mediterranean · modern Gavdos, Greece
Crete
Crete is an island in the Mediterranean Sea mentioned in Acts 27:7-21 as part of Paul's voyage to Rome and in Titus 1:5 as a place where Paul left Titus to organize the church.
Mediterranean · modern Crete, Greece
Cyprus
Cyprus is an island in the Mediterranean Sea mentioned in Acts 13:4-13 as the first stop on Paul and Barnabas's missionary journey.
Mediterranean · modern Cyprus
Malta
Malta is an island in the Mediterranean Sea where the Apostle Paul was shipwrecked on his journey to Rome, as described in Acts 27-28.
Mediterranean · modern Malta
Assyria
Assyria was a major Mesopotamian empire known for its conquests and the exile of the Northern Kingdom of Israel in 722 BCE.
Mesopotamia · modern Northern Iraq
Babylon
Babylon was a major city and empire in Mesopotamia, known for its conquest of Judah and the subsequent Babylonian Exile of the Jewish people.
Mesopotamia · modern Hillah, Iraq
Euphrates River
The Euphrates River is one of the four rivers mentioned in the Genesis account of the Garden of Eden and serves as a significant geographical boundary in biblical narratives.
Mesopotamia · modern Euphrates River
Haran
Haran is a city in Mesopotamia where Abram (Abraham) settled temporarily with his family before moving to Canaan, and it is also associated with Jacob's journey.
Mesopotamia · modern Harran, Turkey
Tigris River
The Tigris River is one of the two major rivers of Mesopotamia, mentioned in Genesis 2:14 as one of the rivers flowing from Eden.
Mesopotamia · modern Tigris River
Ur
Ur was an ancient city in Mesopotamia, known as the birthplace of Abraham (Genesis 11:28).
Mesopotamia · modern Tell el-Muqayyar, Iraq
Mesopotamia
Mesopotamia is a historical region between the Tigris and Euphrates rivers, known as the cradle of civilization and the homeland of the patriarchs before their migration to Canaan.
Middle East · modern Iraq and parts of Syria, Turkey, and Iran
Arnon River
The Arnon River served as a boundary between Moab and the Amorites, frequently mentioned in the Old Testament as a geographical marker (Numbers 21:13).
Moab · modern Wadi Mujib, Jordan
Aroer
Aroer was a city located on the northern edge of the Arnon Gorge, significant as a border city of Moab and mentioned in the context of Israelite conquests.
Moab · modern Ar'arah, Jordan
Dibon
Dibon was a Moabite city mentioned in the Bible, known for the Mesha Stele which records the victories of King Mesha of Moab.
Moab · modern Dhiban, Jordan
Mount Nebo
Mount Nebo is the mountain from which Moses viewed the Promised Land before his death, as recorded in Deuteronomy 34:1-5.
Moab · modern Jebel Neba, Jordan
Pisgah
Pisgah is a mountain range in Moab from which Moses viewed the Promised Land before his death (Deuteronomy 34:1).
Moab · modern Mount Nebo, Jordan
Shittim
Shittim is a location in the plains of Moab where the Israelites camped before crossing the Jordan River into Canaan (Numbers 25:1, Joshua 3:1).
Moab · modern Abel Shittim, Jordan
Abel-beth-maachah
Abel-beth-maachah was a fortified city in the territory of Naphtali, significant for its mention in 2 Samuel 20:14-22 as the place where Sheba sought refuge before being executed.
Naphtali · modern Tell Abil, Israel
Dan
Dan was a city in the northernmost part of Israel, significant as a center of idol worship established by Jeroboam I.
Naphtali · modern Tel Dan, Israel
Hazor
Hazor was a major Canaanite city in northern Israel, conquered by Joshua, and later became a significant Israelite city during the reign of King Solomon.
Naphtali · modern Tell el-Qedah, Israel
Beer-lahai-roi
Beer-lahai-roi is a well in the Negev desert, significant as the place where Hagar encountered the Angel of the Lord.
Negev
Beersheba
Beersheba was a significant city in the Negev, often mentioned as a southern boundary marker of Israel and associated with the patriarchs Abraham and Isaac.
Negev · modern Be'er Sheva, Israel
Kadesh-barnea
Kadesh-barnea is a desert oasis in the Negev, serving as a significant encampment for the Israelites during their wilderness wanderings and the place from which the spies were sent into Canaan.
Negev · modern Near Ein Qudeirat, Sinai Peninsula
Rehoboth
Rehoboth is a location mentioned in Genesis 26:22, where Isaac dug a well and found water, signifying God's provision.
Negev
Wilderness of Zin
The Wilderness of Zin is a desert area in the Negev, part of the Israelites' wilderness wanderings (Numbers 13:21).
Negev · modern Negev Desert, Israel
Ziklag
Ziklag was a city given to David by the Philistine king Achish, serving as his base before he became king of Israel, as noted in 1 Samuel 27.
Negev · modern Tel Sera, Israel
Egypt
Egypt is a significant nation in the biblical narrative, serving as a place of refuge and bondage for the Israelites and a symbol of worldly power.
North Africa · modern Egypt
Libya
Libya is a region in North Africa, mentioned in the Bible as part of the territories from which people came to hear Peter's sermon at Pentecost.
North Africa · modern Libya
Midian
Midian is a region in northwest Arabia, associated with Moses' exile and his marriage to Zipporah, the daughter of Jethro, a priest of Midian.
Northwest Arabia · modern northwest Saudi Arabia
Galilee
Galilee is a region in northern Palestine, significant as the setting for much of Jesus' ministry, including his hometown of Nazareth and the Sea of Galilee.
Palestine · modern northern Israel
Israel (Northern Kingdom)
The Northern Kingdom of Israel, formed after the division of the united monarchy, consisted of ten tribes and was eventually conquered by the Assyrians in 722 BCE.
Palestine · modern Northern Israel
Judah
Judah is a region in ancient Palestine, representing one of the twelve tribes of Israel and later the southern kingdom after the division of Israel.
Palestine · modern Southern part of modern Israel and the West Bank
Negev
The Negev is a desert region in southern Palestine, frequently mentioned in the Old Testament as part of the territory of the Israelites (Genesis 12:9).
Palestine · modern Negev Desert, Israel
Samaria (Region)
Samaria is a region in ancient Palestine, significant as the capital of the Northern Kingdom of Israel after the division of the united monarchy.
Palestine · modern West Bank
Attalia
Attalia was a port city in Pamphylia, visited by Paul and Barnabas during their first missionary journey as recorded in the Acts of the Apostles.
Pamphylia · modern Antalya, Turkey
Perga
Perga was a city in Pamphylia visited by Paul and Barnabas during their first missionary journey (Acts 13:13-14).
Pamphylia · modern Aksu, Turkey
Susa
Susa was the capital of the Persian Empire, where the events of the Book of Esther and parts of Nehemiah took place.
Persia · modern Shush, Iran
Ashdod
Ashdod was one of the five major Philistine cities, known for its temple of Dagon and its capture of the Ark of the Covenant.
Philistia · modern Ashdod, Israel
Ashkelon
Ashkelon was a prominent Philistine city, noted for its strategic coastal location and mentioned in the context of Philistine-Israelite conflicts.
Philistia · modern Ashkelon, Israel
Ekron
Ekron was one of the five major Philistine cities, known for its association with the Ark of the Covenant and the god Baal-zebub.
Philistia · modern Tel Miqne, Israel
Gath
Gath is one of the five major Philistine cities, known as the home of Goliath and frequently mentioned in the context of conflicts with Israel.
Philistia · modern Tell es-Safi, Israel
Gaza
Gaza is a Philistine city mentioned in the Bible, known for its association with Samson, who was imprisoned and died there.
Philistia · modern Gaza Strip
Sidon
Sidon is an ancient Phoenician city, frequently mentioned in the Old Testament and visited by Jesus according to the Gospels (Mark 7:24).
Phoenicia · modern Sidon, Lebanon
Tyre
Tyre was a prominent Phoenician city known for its trade and wealth, mentioned in both Old and New Testaments, including Jesus' visit (Matthew 15:21).
Phoenicia · modern Sur, Lebanon
Zarephath
Zarephath was a Phoenician town where the prophet Elijah was miraculously sustained by a widow during a famine, as recorded in 1 Kings 17.
Phoenicia · modern Sarfand, Lebanon
Dothan
Dothan was a city in Samaria where Joseph was sold into slavery by his brothers and where Elisha's servant saw the heavenly army.
Samaria · modern Tel Dothan, West Bank
Mount Ebal
Mount Ebal is located in Samaria, opposite Mount Gerizim, and is where the Israelites were commanded to build an altar and pronounce curses, as recorded in Deuteronomy 27.
Samaria · modern Jebel Eslamiyeh, West Bank
Mount Gerizim
Mount Gerizim is a mountain in Samaria, opposite Mount Ebal, where blessings were pronounced upon the Israelites, as described in Deuteronomy 27.
Samaria · modern Jabal al-Tur, West Bank
Samaria
Samaria was the capital of the Northern Kingdom of Israel, established by King Omri and mentioned in 1 Kings 16:24.
Samaria · modern Sebastia, West Bank
Shechem
Shechem is an ancient city in Samaria, significant as a center of early Israelite worship and the site of Joshua's covenant renewal (Joshua 24).
Samaria · modern Nablus, West Bank
Sychar
Sychar is a town in Samaria where Jesus spoke with the Samaritan woman at Jacob's well, as recorded in John 4.
Samaria · modern Askar, West Bank
Tirzah
Tirzah was an ancient city in Samaria, serving as a capital of the northern kingdom of Israel before Samaria, as mentioned in 1 Kings 14:17.
Samaria
Syracuse
Syracuse was a city on the island of Sicily where Paul stayed for three days during his journey to Rome, as mentioned in Acts 28:12.
Sicily · modern Syracuse, Italy
Elim
Elim was an oasis in the Sinai wilderness where the Israelites camped during the Exodus, noted for its twelve springs and seventy palm trees.
Sinai
Marah
Marah is a location in the Sinai wilderness where the Israelites found bitter water, which was made sweet by Moses through God's instruction.
Sinai
Meribah
Meribah is a location in the Sinai wilderness where the Israelites quarreled with Moses over the lack of water, leading to Moses striking the rock to bring forth water.
Sinai
Rephidim
Rephidim is a site in the Sinai wilderness where the Israelites camped and fought the Amalekites, as recorded in Exodus 17.
Sinai
Wilderness of Paran
The Wilderness of Paran is a desert area where the Israelites wandered and where Ishmael settled (Numbers 10:12; Genesis 21:21).
Sinai · modern Sinai Peninsula, Egypt
Wilderness of Sin
The Wilderness of Sin is a desert region where the Israelites journeyed and received manna (Exodus 16:1).
Sinai · modern Sinai Peninsula, Egypt
Mount Sinai
Mount Sinai is the mountain where Moses received the Ten Commandments, as described in Exodus 19-20.
Sinai Peninsula · modern Jebel Musa, Sinai Peninsula, Egypt
Edom
Edom was a region south of the Dead Sea, inhabited by the descendants of Esau and often in conflict with Israel.
South Levant · modern Southern Jordan
Antioch of Syria
Antioch of Syria was a major city in the Roman Empire, serving as a center for early Christianity and the starting point for Paul's missionary journeys (Acts 11:26).
Syria · modern Antakya, Turkey
Damascus
Damascus is a city in Syria, significant in the New Testament as the place of Paul's conversion on the road to Damascus (Acts 9:1-19).
Syria · modern Damascus, Syria
Seleucia
Seleucia was a port city in ancient Syria, serving as the departure point for Paul and Barnabas on their first missionary journey (Acts 13:4).
Syria · modern Seleucia Pieria, Turkey
Garden of Eden
The Garden of Eden is described in Genesis as the original home of Adam and Eve, characterized by its idyllic conditions and the presence of the Tree of Life.
Unknown
Ophir
Ophir is a region famous for its wealth, particularly gold, mentioned in the context of Solomon's trade (1 Kings 10:11).
Unknown
Valley of Dry Bones
The Valley of Dry Bones is a symbolic location in Ezekiel's vision representing the restoration of Israel (Ezekiel 37:1-14).
Vision
Tarshish
Tarshish is a distant maritime location mentioned in the Bible, often associated with wealth and trade, such as in the story of Jonah (Jonah 1:3).
Western Mediterranean
Gath-hepher
Gath-hepher is a town in the territory of Zebulun, noted as the birthplace of the prophet Jonah.
Zebulun · modern Khirbet ez-Zurra, Israel