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Tiberias

Tiberias was a significant city on the Sea of Galilee where Jesus ministered and performed miracles. It served as an important location in Christ's earthly ministry and later became a center of Jewish learning.

Overview

Tiberias was a major city located on the western shore of the Sea of Galilee in Galilee, built by Herod Antipas around 20 AD. The city is mentioned in connection with Jesus's miraculous feeding of the five thousand and his subsequent interactions with his disciples.

Key Scriptures

"However, some boats from Tiberias came near the place where they ate the bread after the Lord had given thanks" (John 6:23, ESV).

"After this Jesus went away to the other side of the Sea of Galilee, which is the Sea of Tiberias" (John 6:1, ESV).

Application

Reflect on how Jesus's miracles in regions like Tiberias demonstrated His divine power and drew people to faith, encouraging us to recognize Christ's authority over all circumstances in our own lives.

Scripture References 1
John 6:23
Full Topical Reference List 1 total — Nave's Topical Bible

1. A city on the Sea of Galilee

John 6:23
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