Israel, Jordan Study Tour with Frisco Bible Church

March 12-24, 2023

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Day 02 - Galilee: Mount Arbel, Magdala, Mount of Beatitudes, Tabgha, Chorazin, Capernaum, Galilee Boat Ride

Today we had a very busy day around the Sea of Galilee! 7 stops! And the weather was all over the place. First rainy and chilly, then warm sun, sprinkles, wind, back to warm beautiful sun and then downright chilly. 

First stop: Mt Arbel - beautiful hike up this mountain to overlook the Sea of Galilee and it’s beautiful surroundings. 

2nd stop: Magdala - first century ruins in hometown of Mary Magdalene. Synagogue where Jesus most likely taught. Fish market and large home that had their own personal mikvah for ritual cleansing, indicative of a wealthy family. 

3rd stop: Tabgha - the place Jesus met the disciples and cooked them breakfast after His resurrection. Here Jesus asked Peter 3 times if Peter loves Him. Then hands the ministry over to Peter. 

4th stop: Capernaum - Where Jesus and Peter lived. Lots of healings and miracles done here. So many that the fact there were several unbelievers Jesus curses it with a “Woe”.

5th stop: Chorazin - for some lunch and teaching. Corazim is about 2 miles from Capernaum and visited often by Jesus. It and Bethsaida also get a curse of “woe to them”.

6th stop: Mount of Beatitudes. Latin "Beat" means blessings so it’s the Mount of Blessings. Sweeping views of the lake and a special time to reflect on what is most important to Jesus. 

7th and final stop was a chilly but beautiful boat ride across the Sea Of Galilee. Bonus feature was a double rainbow that lasted almost the entire ride. What a way to end a spectacular day. 

Back to the hotel for an amazing dinner and fellowship and then to bed. 

Tomorrow we travel to the Golan Heights for another packed day of touring! 

 

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