Places of the Bible

Magdala

Galilee · New Testament · 2 verses

A town on the western shore of the Sea of Galilee. The name appears in Matthew, Mark in the King James text.

About Magdala

A town on the western shore of the Sea of Galilee.

Its place in the story

Magdala is traditionally understood as the home of Mary Magdalene. The region of Magadan is named as a place Jesus visited by boat.

Magdala in Scripture (KJV)

“And he sent away the multitude, and took ship, and came into the coasts of Magdala.”
“And straightway he entered into a ship with his disciples, and came into the parts of Dalmanutha.”

Where it leads

Jesus came to the region of Magdala, associated with Mary Magdalene who followed him.

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Where is Magdala in the Bible?

A town on the western shore of the Sea of Galilee. The name appears in Matthew, Mark in the King James text.

What happened at Magdala?

Magdala is traditionally understood as the home of Mary Magdalene. The region of Magadan is named as a place Jesus visited by boat.

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