Bethsaida-Julias and Beth-Ramtha Livias-Iulias were two different Herodian cities, and distinguishing them clarifies biblical geography.
Bethsaida and Beth-Ramtha: Distinguishing Bethsaida-Julias From Beth-Ramtha Livias-Iulias
Caesarea Philippi, City at the Headwaters of the Jordan River
Caesarea Philippi joins springs, stone, pagan worship, and Peter’s confession into one of the New Testament’s most powerful archaeological settings.
The Martyrdom of John the Baptist at the Hands of Herod Antipas
John the Baptist was killed by Herod Antipas after rebuking his unlawful marriage, revealing the cost of prophetic faithfulness.
Herodias, Wife of Herod Philip and Herod Antipas
Herodias moved from unlawful marriage to murderous revenge, becoming the force behind John the Baptist’s execution.
Herod Philip, Son of Herod the Great and Tetrarch of Trachonitis
Herod Philip, tetrarch of Trachonitis, stands as a historically verified ruler whose brief mention in Luke confirms Scripture’s precision.
