Galilee — Meaning in the Bible
The northern region of Israel, around the Sea of Galilee, where Jesus grew up in Nazareth and did much of his teaching.
Scripture in WEBWorld English Bible — Protestant Edition
What it means
Jesus grew up in Nazareth of Galilee and began his ministry there; Capernaum by the lake became a base. Isaiah had spoken of "Galilee of the nations". Matthew 4:12–17Mark 1:9Isaiah 9:1–2
Several of the disciples were fishermen on the Sea of Galilee, where Jesus calmed the storm and walked on the water. Mark 1:16–20Mark 4:35–41Matthew 14:22–33
Key passages
- Isaiah 9:1–2 — Galilee of the nations.
- Matthew 4:12–25 — Jesus begins in Galilee.
- Mark 4:35–41 — A storm on the lake.
- John 21:1–14 — The risen Jesus by the Sea of Tiberias (Galilee).
Study further
- Matthew 4:12–25 Ministry begins.
- Mark 4:35–41 On the lake.