Key Information
Nazareth
| Type | City |
| Founded | Before 4 BCE |
| Founded by | Possibly Caananites or Israelites |
| Modern Name | Nāṣraṯ |
Learning Point
- Nazareth is a city in Galilee, the place where Jesus grew up, though not where he was born. A city today, the gospel of Luke describes it as a city in Roman times, but it doesn’t seem to have been a significant one at the time. Today the city has become the home of many Arabs as well as Christians.
Project
- Draw Nazareth in Bible times.
- Overview
Location
| Located in | Galilee, Israel |
Fun Facts
- The name Nazareth probably means “Sprout Town“.
- It was not mentioned by Josephus, suggesting it was unimportant or smaller than some of the nearby villages and towns.
- Luke describes it as a city, and it was near many key trade routes allowing its inhabitants to be up to date with news.
- It had a synagogue, and was the home of Jesus through most of his childhood.
Past Lessons
| 151 | December 12, 2024 | (North America) |