And they came to Jericho: and as he went out of Jericho with his disciples and a great number of people, blind Bartimeus, the son of Timeus, sat by the highway side begging.
Jericho in the Bible
Jericho stands near the Jordan Valley and appears at major turning points in both Testaments. Joshua presents it as the first fortified city encountered after Israel crossed the Jordan. Later narratives connect the area with prophets, and the Gospels place Jesus near Jericho when he healed a blind man and encountered Zacchaeus.
Historical Context
The name Jericho refers to settlements occupied in different periods near the same oasis. That long history requires care when matching a biblical episode to a specific archaeological phase. For readers, Jericho is best understood as a strategic oasis city controlling approaches between the Jordan Valley and the Judean hill country.
Location Details
Country: Palestine
Region: Jordan Valley
Coordinates: 31.855700, 35.461900
Type: City
Bible Verses About Jericho
And Jesus entered and passed through Jericho.
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