And when they were escaped, then they knew that the island was called Melita.
Malta in the Bible
The island where Paul was shipwrecked for three months and performed miracles of healing.
Historical Context
Malta (ancient Melita) is a small island nation south of Sicily. The traditional shipwreck site is St. Paul's Bay on the northern coast. Archaeological evidence supports significant Roman presence during Paul's time, and the island quickly became Christian after his visit.
Location Details
Country: Malta
Region: Mediterranean Island
Coordinates: 35.937500, 14.375400
Type: Place
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