What is the name of Capernaum today?

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The Importance of the Sea of Galilee in the Bible

The Sea of Galilee plays an important role in the Bible as it is the place where Jesus performed most of his miracles and ministries.

Is the Sea of Galilee stormy?

I'm intrigued by the Sea of Galilee's weather patterns. Does it have storms? If so, how big are they?

From where was the disciple Peter?

Did Peter come from Bethsaida or Capernaum?

Is Acre (Akko) in Israel worth visiting?

Hi, I'm planning a trip to the holy land, and want to know if Acre is a good travel destination, would you say that it is a safe place to visit?

Did Jesus fish in the Sea of Galilee?

I was looking at some Christian artwork the other day, and it looked Jesus was helping the men catch fish in the Lake of Genesareth. If so, what fish did he catch? Did he only eat fish or other m

Is Wadi Qelt in Israel?

If so, wherein Israel is it?

Why did Jesus have to leave Nazareth?

This part is unclear to me: What made Jesus decide that he had to leave the village of his youth? Do you suppose he felt a calling, or did he leave for different reasons?

What is the significance of Beit Shean in the bible?

I've seen the name Beit She'an come up in the bible a few times. How old is it? Did anything happen there?

Why was Capernaum exalted to heaven?

What happened in Capernaum to make it important to lift to the highest heights?

Are Bethsaida and Capernaum the same place?

How did the city of Capernaum get its name?