Bible characters
Jesus
Jesus is the promised Messiah, Son of God, crucified and risen Lord, and the center of all Scripture.
Why this person matters
Read the life in redemptive context
Every major biblical theme finds fulfillment in Christ, including covenant, kingdom, sacrifice, salvation, and new creation.
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Where this story unfolds
Nazareth is the hometown setting associated with Jesus' upbringing and early identity in the gospels.
BethlehemBethlehem is remembered as David's hometown and the birthplace of Jesus.
JerusalemJerusalem becomes the royal city of David, the temple city, and a major center in the ministry of Jesus and the early church.
Sea of GalileeThe Sea of Galilee surrounds much of Jesus' public teaching, calling of disciples, and miracle ministry.
Jordan RiverThe Jordan River appears in Israel's entrance into the land and in the baptism ministry surrounding Jesus.