Why was Capernaum exalted to heaven?

What Jesus Did After His Resurrection

The story of Jesus' resurrection from the tomb is well known. Less well known is the story of the 40 days preceding his ascension. Read here to find out more.

Are Bethsaida and Capernaum the same place?

Via Dolorosa: How Long Did Jesus Walk and What Happened?

Jesus walked from his judgement before Pilate to his crucifixion. Learn what happened along this route through Jerusalem's streets as Jesus carried his cross.

Why Is Nazareth Important in Christianity?

Nazareth is mentioned only twelve times in the Bible and yet remains important to Christians. What makes Nazareth so special? Read this post to find out.

Why Was Jesus Crucified?

This post covers the topic of Jesus' crucifixion and explores the political and religious reasons for its occurrence.

Why Was the Galilee Important to Jesus?

Many wonder what makes Galilee in Israel so important. Read this post to find out the significance and why Jesus spent most of his time there and what he did.

Bringing Safed (Tzfat), Israel to life through the Artza Holy Land blog

Explore the Holy Land through the Artza Holy Land blog. A pilgrimage through the country and discover the beauty and culture of the birthplace of Christianity.

Why Did Jesus Go to Jerusalem When He Was 12 Years Old?

The Bible tells us about Jesus visiting Jerusalem a few times. But there are only two accounts of Jesus entering Jerusalem when he was a child. Find out why he went.

Why Did Jesus Cleanse the Temple in Jerusalem?

What was the temple whip? Who were the money-changers? And what lessons do we learn from the story of Jesus cleansing the temple in Jerusalem?

Who Helped Jesus Carry the Cross?

The bible tells the story of Simon of Cyrene, the man who helped Jesus carry the cross. What is the significance of Simon, and are there lessons to be learnt?

Countries That Jesus May Have Visited

Find out where Jesus travelled to. Read whether places like Egypt, Lebanon, or Asia are thoughtfully documented in the Bible and which are dispelled as myths.

Is the Church of the Nativity really where Jesus was born?

Hi, I thought Jesus was born in December in a barn in Bethlehem, Jerusalem. But recently, I've been told he was born in the Church of Nativity? Is this church also in Israel? Am I missing a big c

How does the story of Jonah relate to the story of Jesus?

What does Jonah's story tell us and how does it foreshadow that of Jesus' story?

Why did Jesus enter Jerusalem on a donkey instead of a horse?

He entered Jerusalem on a donkey in Matthew 21:4-5 and John 12:14-15. For what reason did he choose a donkey? Why not a horse or sitting on a wagon with the donkey pulling it?

Christmas vs. Epiphany: What are the Differences?

I recently heard that the Catholics celebrate Epiphany. Is this the same as Christmas for other Christians? In Catholicism, was Jesus considered to be born on that day? Thanks in advance. I loo

What did Jesus use frankincense for?

What did he do with frankincense?

Which of the disciples came from Capernaum?

Gospel of Matthew: Why did Jesus destroy the Temple in Jerusalem?

I don't understand why Jesus accused the Israelites inside of thievery and then proceeded to burn the temple down? Why not cleanse the space and keep the temple?

Why did Jesus go to Bethlehem?

Hi, I'm busy doing bible studies, and I have many questions. One of them is: why did Jesus choose to go to Bethlehem of all places?

How do I stay focused on Jesus through Christmas?

I'm wondering overall how to stay focused on Jesus, and I thought that maybe Christmas would be a good place t start. How do you do to have your Christmas Christian-centered and bring about an aw