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
Jesus' ministry headquarters in Galilee, home to Peter and several other disciples.
Historical Context
Capernaum was a prosperous fishing village on the northern shore of the Sea of Galilee. Archaeological excavations have uncovered a 4th-century synagogue built on the foundation of the synagogue where Jesus taught, and a house believed to be Peter's home.
Location Details
Country: Israel
Region: Galilee
Coordinates: 32.880700, 35.575300
Type: Place
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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