The geography of scripture

The 'house of bread' — birthplace of David and of Jesus Christ.

Israel's holy city — site of the temple, the cross, and the empty tomb.

The obscure Galilean village where Jesus grew up — 'can any good thing come out of Nazareth?'

The northern region of Jesus' early ministry — fishing villages, hills, and the great inland sea.

The fishing town on the Sea of Galilee that became the headquarters of Jesus' ministry.

The freshwater inland sea where Jesus called his disciples and stilled the storm.

The mountain of God — where Moses received the Ten Commandments amid fire, smoke, and trumpet.

The land of bondage from which God redeemed Israel — and a temporary refuge for Joseph, Jeremiah, and the holy family.

The Mesopotamian empire that destroyed Jerusalem in 586 BC and carried Judah into exile.

The olive grove on the Mount of Olives where Jesus prayed in agony before his arrest.

The ridge east of Jerusalem from which Jesus wept over the city and ascended to heaven.

The river of Israel's entry into the Promised Land — and of Jesus' baptism.