Galilee
In the northern reaches of ancient Israel this fertile region served as the humble setting where Jesus grew up in Nazareth and launched the greater part of his public ministry. It was here that he turned water into wine at the wedding in Cana as his first miracle, taught the crowds through parables, and later walked upon the sea to reveal his power over creation amid the storm. Through these events Galilee became central to the redemptive story, showing how the light of the gospel advanced from ordinary places among everyday people.
Details
- Region
- Northern Israel
- Modern Location
- Northern Israel
Key Passages
First Miracle at Cana
John 2:1-11
Jesus performs his first recorded miracle by turning water into wine at a wedding in Cana of Galilee.
1nd the third day there was a marriage in Cana of Galilee; and the mother of Jesus was there:
Ministry in Galilee
Matthew 4:12-17
Jesus begins his public ministry in Galilee after John's imprisonment, fulfilling Isaiah's prophecy.
12ow when Jesus had heard that John was cast into prison, he departed into Galilee;
Walking on the Sea
Matthew 14:22-33
Jesus walks on the Sea of Galilee and rescues Peter, revealing his authority over nature to the disciples.
22nd straightway Jesus constrained his disciples to get into a ship, and to go before him unto the other side, while he sent the multitudes away.