Tiberias - History
September 6th, 2006
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Tiberias is the largest city around the Sea of Galilee. Located on its western shore, its location produces a breathtaking view of the entire Sea of Galilee; its shores and mountains surround it.Tiberias was named after the Roman emperor Tiberius who ruled from 14-37 AD. It was a gift by Antipas the son of King Herod. The surroundings of Tiberias were well populated throughout the centuries, and it was the center of a large fishing industry, it’s lake waters remarkably rich in fish. Numerous trade routes\ intersected at the lake (Kinnereth). Of all ancient towns that flourished on its shores only Tiberias still exists today. Where the Jordan River leaves the Sea of Galilee is the site where tradition claims that John baptized Jesus. Many Christian pilgrims annually visit this holy site to be baptized. The Gospels tell of many episodes having happened there, including the meeting of James, John and Simon, the miraculous Draft of Fish, the Multiplication of the Loaves and the Walking on the Waters. |
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