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Although Bethsaida is believed to be located on the northern shore of the Sea of Galilee, within the Bethsaida Valley, there is disagreement among scholars as to precisely where.
Jul 26, 2023 · Bethsaida has come to represent those who have heard the gospel, understood God’s plan of salvation, and rejected it. Jesus implied that their eternal punishment would be harsher than that of those who did not have such a privilege (Matthew 11:22).
Nov 18, 2023 · Along with Jerusalem and Capernaum, Bethsaida is frequently mentioned in the Gospels. When Jesus was first calling his disciples, he traveled to Galilee and found there Philip, who is described as being of Bethsaida along with Peter and Andrew (John 1:43-44).
Many scholars maintain that all the New Testament references to Bethsaida apply to one place, namely, Bethsaida Julias. The arguments for and against this view may be summarized as follows: (a) Galilee ran right round the lake, including most of the level coastland on the East.
Bethsaida (Jewish Virtual Library) Highlights Bethsaida’s history during the biblical period and the Hellenistic/Roman periods, specifically relating to archaeology. See also Bethsaida (Jewish Virtual Library), concentrating on it as a Christian holy site.
Aug 17, 2022 · Could a mosaic inscription at El-Araj be the smoking gun archaeologists are looking for to determine the true location of biblical Bethsaida?
Aug 7, 2017 · An aerial view of the excavations at el-Araj, possibly the ancient city of Bethsaida/Julias and home to three of Jesus' apostles
