While Capernaum may be the most interesting place in the Galilee area, Tabgha (a mere stone's throw from Capernaum) is one of my favorite places in all of Israel. I so closely identify with Peter, and this place has his footprints all over it! Seven warm water springs flow into the Sea of Galilee at …
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Capernaum, the Center of Jesus’ Ministry
For me, Capernaum is one of the most interesting places in Israel. Fortunately, the small fishing village has been excavated and we get a good sense of what the village was like in Jesus' day. It was a simple village, but did have a synagogue. The synagogue Jesus taught in was actually of black basalt …
Jesus on Trial
We ended our day with two keys sites to believers in Jesus Christ. We visited the place believed to be Caiphas, the High Priest's house. After Jesus was betrayed in the Garden of Gesthemane (which we will see tomorrow), He was taken to Caiphas's house and illegally put on trial. Because Jewish law made no …
In the Footsteps of Jesus
Today, we ran where Jesus walked! On a trip like this you want to see all there is, and to do so requires fast-paced days! Our day began at the Mount of Beatitudes, followed by visits to Tabgha, and Capernaum. It is simply impossible to recount all we saw and learned, but I will do …
