Geography and Places
in the Bible
Where Scripture Unfolds in Cities, Regions, and the Lands of the Bible
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Where Scripture Unfolds in Cities, Regions, and the Lands of the Bible
What is the Mount of Transfiguration? Learn what happened when Jesus was revealed in glory, why Moses and Elijah appeared, and why this moment matters.
What is the Upper Room in the Bible? Discover where the Last Supper, Pentecost, and the birth of the church took place and why this room matters theologically.
What was the Pool of Bethesda? Learn where it was located in Jerusalem, its biblical background, and why Jesus healed a man there in John 5.
What is Hezekiah’s Tunnel? Learn where it is, why it was built, how the Bible describes it, and what archaeology reveals about this ancient water tunnel beneath Jerusalem.
What was the Pool of Siloam? Learn where it was located in Jerusalem, its biblical history, and why Jesus healed a blind man there in John 9.
Where was Beersheba in the Bible? Discover its location, meaning, and role in Israel’s story as a place of covenant, boundaries, wilderness faith, and divine promise.
Where was Shechem in the Bible? Explore its location, history, and significance as a covenant center tied to Abraham, Joshua, Israel’s division, and Jesus’ ministry.
Where was Ophir? Explore the biblical references to Ophir, its possible locations, and why its legendary gold mattered in the time of Solomon and beyond.
Where is Tarshish in the Bible? Explore the possible locations of Tarshish, its role in the story of Jonah, and what it symbolized in the ancient world.
Where is Ararat in the Bible? Explore the biblical location, historical region, and theological meaning of Ararat in the story of Noah’s Ark.
Explore the Battle of Gog and Magog in Ezekiel 38–39. Learn its meaning, apocalyptic imagery, and how it connects with Revelation and biblical prophecy.
Explore the location and meaning of Gog and Magog in the Bible. Learn how Ezekiel and Revelation portray these figures and what they represent in prophecy.
Discover the location of David and Goliath's famous battle in the Valley of Elah. Learn why this site matters historically and spiritually today.
Explore the cities Jesus visited in the Bible—from Bethlehem and Capernaum to Jerusalem and Sychar. Discover what each place reveals about His mission and message.
Which cities did Paul visit in the Bible? Discover all the major cities from Paul’s missionary journeys, their biblical context, and why they matter today.
Explore the rivers of the Bible—from the Jordan and Euphrates to the Nile and Gihon. Discover their spiritual meaning, geography, and role in Scripture.
Explore six key biblical mountains—Mount Sinai, Mount Zion, the Mount of Olives, Mount Carmel, Mount Hermon, and Mount Tabor—and their theological meaning and scriptural significance.
Explore the Road to Emmaus in Luke 24—its possible location, historical background, and profound meaning in the resurrection story of Jesus.
Explore the key cities in the conquest of Canaan—Jericho, Ai, Gibeon, Hazor, and more. Learn their biblical roles, archaeological insights, and spiritual meaning.
Trace the wilderness wanderings of Israel in the Bible. Explore the 40-year journey with a detailed map, key locations, scriptural insights, and historical context.
Explore the key places of the Exodus journey—from Ramses to Mount Sinai and beyond. Discover their biblical significance, archaeological insights, and meaning today.
Zion is both a historic hill in Jerusalem and a symbol of spiritual hope in Scripture. Explore its biblical roots, hymns, and meaning for believers today.
The ruins of ancient Nineveh lie near modern-day Mosul, Iraq. Discover where Nineveh is today, what happened to it, and its significance in biblical history.
The ruins of Babylon lie in Iraq—but in Scripture, Babylon also lives on as a symbol of empire and rebellion. Discover its location, history, and biblical meaning today.
Explore the biblical cities of refuge—who they protected, where they were, and how they reveal God’s justice and mercy. A powerful picture of refuge and redemption.
There were six cities of refuge in the Bible—sacred places of justice and mercy for those who killed unintentionally. Discover where they were and what they meant.
The Dead Sea lies between Israel and Jordan and is the lowest point on Earth. Explore its biblical roots, historical sites, and spiritual meaning today.
The Sea of Galilee is located in northern Israel and central to Jesus’ ministry. Discover where it is today, nearby cities, and its biblical significance.
The Jordan River flows from the Sea of Galilee to the Dead Sea, marking sacred transitions in Scripture. Discover its modern location and spiritual meaning.
Revelation 20 describes the final battle of Gog and Magog—a symbolic, global rebellion defeated by God. Learn the meaning, context, and theological impact of this event.