When I first saw the Sea of Galilee, I was surprised at how deeply it is set into the hills. Aboard a boat, I realized that its shoreline would have looked like home to Jesus. I saw fishing methods (and tasted flavors) that haven't really changed. And even though the synagogue where He preached about…
Jesus used the Sea of Galilee, its boats and its shores to spread his Good News. When the usually serene waters were whipped up in a storm, he calmed the wind and the waves . . . .
Also referred to as Lake Tiberias, the Sea of Galilee is a large freshwater lake situated in the northeastern part of Israel.
The Sea of Galilee from the Nof Ginosar kibbutz shore I am not sure just what I expected with our visit to the Holy Land. Perhaps to confirm some small piece of history and connecting it to sacred writings would have been easy and simple. To confirm what I already knew. I was not prepared for what really happened in Israel: the confirmation of how much I really did not know. Faith yes- that has always been there--- but what arose was a yearning to see not only the BIG PICTURE, but to savor the small details. So, I suppose this is a dangerous place to acknowledge that I have some woefully big gaps in my Biblical Literacy. But, stating that fact, I can then say that this Lenten journey is not so much stating what I already know about the Holy Land, but delving into new gleanings in new territory. Early morning boat ride on the Sea of Galillee Quiet- a Bigger body of water than I had imagined. Fishermen already in from their very early treks onto the water. Daniel Carmel- boat owner and worship leader for our boat ride. A powerful testimony for Holy Spirit work in the heart of a Jewish person. Daniel showing us how to throw the nets. Here the Mark 1 story comes alive- watching the flinging of the nets into the water, picturing the challenging life of a fisherman. Seeing how teamwork made all the difference. Thinking about real men called to "Follow Me." Peter, Andrew, James and John. photo by jdenninger The Sea of Galilee is also called the Lake of Gennesaret, or Kinneret, which means "harp" in Hebrew. It is about 33 miles in circumference and its maximum depth is 150 feet. Though called a sea, it is really an oblong lake. 14 miles long and 7 1/2 miles wide at is broadest point. There are 22 species of fish in the lake. It is thought that during the First Century AD, there were at least 16 harbors around the lake. The harbor of Gadara on the SE corner was the largest. The Sea of Galilee, at 650 feet below sea level, is the lowest freshwater lake on earth. The lake is partially fed by underground springs, but its main source is the Upper Jordan River- originating near Mt. Hermon in the north flowing in to the lake. photo by jdenninger According to Josephus, the Jewish historian, over 200 small towns and villages dotted the landscape in Jesus' day. Crowds of people followed Jesus everywhere. I suppose I pictured modern day cities along the shoreline and hotels grabbing a piece of prime real estate. Instead- the same mountain outline across the horizon that Jesus saw as He set foot on the shore. the same notched edge on the mountain side. Maybe the natural preservationists have worked overtime to preserve the view. When we asked a local (not sure if he was Christian or not) he simply stated- "But, this is a sacred lake." Perhaps, a small tug at my heart- that a few more things need to be held sacred. I will be using these books to help tell the story- There is sometimes a bit of discrepancy in the accounts (facts) of these books- and I will try to use the most commonly accepted- (in my limited knowledge base.) Right now we have massive files of 100's of photos that John and I took- kind of all smooched together. His photographs are generally always better than mine- and I will try to give credit to him as photographer- when I know it is one of his photos. Thank you for joining this journey to the HOLY LAND this LENT.
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The majority of Jesus’ ministry is around the Sea of Galilee. Located north of the Jordan River, east of Nazareth, and some 40 miles from Jerusalem.
Taken from the Sea of Galilee, this valley is the route Jesus would have taken from Nazareth to the Sea of Galilee
Mark 6:47-51 Now when evening came, the boat was in the middle of the sea; and He was alone on the land. Then He saw them straining at rowing, for the wind was against them. Now about the fourth watch of the night He came to them, walking on the sea, and would have passed them by. And when they saw Him walking on the sea, they supposed it was a ghost, and cried out; for they all saw Him and were troubled. But immediately He talked with them and said to them, 'Be of good cheer! It is I; do not be afraid.' Then He went up into the boat to them, and the wind ceased. And they were greatly amazed in themselves beyond measure, and marveled. #christian #jesus
Cana of Galilee is the traditional and Biblical site where Jesus performed his first miracle, turning water into wine at a wedding feast. Today that event is commemorated by several churches in the town.
Hiking the Israel National Trail, שביל ישראל , from Tiberius to the base of Mount Tabor. We passed the lovely town of Kinneret, a park in honer of the Poet Rahel, the Yardenite Baptismal Site, then we climbed up the Yavnael river to a spectacular view of the Jordan Valley and finally came to Tabor.
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Today I want to show you this two special Nail Hoot : one was a group custom, Sea of Galilee and the other is a custom made for a blog, that was released to everyone, Terra Nova.
Beautiful Botanical (UV Resin) Jewelry collection made of bras, silver, gold plated or gold and with dried local flowers from the Upper Galilee area in Israel. Handmade by a local artist, Alexandra Budovskaya, an artist living in the Upper Galilee area of Israel, just above the Sea of Galilee, Alexandra is Russian born, came to Israel at a young age, and since then lives in the Upper Galilee area and creates different types of Jewelry.
Nazareth and the surrounding area are rich in places that will be known to many travelers familiar with New Testament accounts of the early life of Jesus. Nazareth’s important religious sites include the Basilica of the Annunciation, a modern building constructed atop a Byzantine-era church, part of which can be seen beneath the basilica in a grotto where the Annunciation is said to have occurred. At the Sea of Galilee, visitors can walk along the shore where Jesus is said to have performed many miracles. Farther south, the site of his baptism is close to where the Jordan River meets the Dead Sea.
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Map and history of Ancient Roman Galilee at the time of Jesus. Map of Upper and Lower Galilee.
Matthew 15:29 - "And Jesus departed from thence, and came nigh unto the sea of Galilee; and went up into a mountain, and sat down there." Art by Russ Harlan.
