And leaving Nazareth, he came and dwelt in Capernaum, which is upon the sea coast, in the borders of Zabulon and Nephthalim:
Capernaum in the Bible
Capernaum, on the northern shore of the Sea of Galilee, became one of the principal settings of Jesus' ministry. The Gospels place teaching, healings, the calling of disciples and repeated encounters with crowds there. Jesus also rebuked the town for failing to respond adequately to the works done in its midst.
Historical Context
Its position beside the lake and along regional routes made Capernaum a practical base for movement around Galilee. Archaeology confirms a substantial settlement in the Roman period. For biblical study, its importance lies less in later pilgrimage traditions than in how often the Gospel narratives return to the town as a setting for Jesus' words and actions.
Location Details
Country: Israel
Region: Galilee
Coordinates: 32.880700, 35.575300
Type: City
Bible Verses About Capernaum
And forthwith, when they were come out of the synagogue, they entered into the house of Simon and Andrew, with James and John.
And again he entered into Capernaum after some days; and it was noised that he was in the house.
These things said he in the synagogue, as he taught in Capernaum.
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