Jewish American Heritage Month

Posted By admin on February 28, 2019

This synagogue in Magdala is currently the oldest excavated in Galilee and one of seven from the first century in all of Israel. A coin minted in Tiberias in 29 CE was found inside the synagogue, proving that the synagogue was from the first century and the time of Christs ministry. Since the Bible tells us that Jesus taught throughout the Galilee, it is certain that he taught and frequented this very spot.

The synagogue is well preserved and included an entrance hall that also served as a study room (Bet Midrash), and a chamber for storing the Torah scrolls.

Walk Where Jesus Taught

Jesus went throughout Galilee, teaching in their synagogues, preaching the good news of the kingdom, and healing every disease and sickness among the people. (Matthew 4:23 NIV)

The archaeological project is headed by Universidad Anhuac Mxico Sur (Anahuac University of Mexico South in partnership with Universidad Nacional Autnoma de Mxico (National Autonomous University of Mexico UNAM) and the Israel Antiquities Authority.

Next: The Magdala Stone

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Synagogue - Magdala

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