New Testament Sites in Turkey

This text provides an overview of several locations mentioned in the New Testament, particularly in the Book of Acts, and their historical, geographical, and cultural context. These locations are significant in the travels of St. Paul and other early Christians. Here is a summary of some of the places highlighted:

Adramyttium (Edremit)

1. St. Paul sailed from here to Asia Minor, marking a key point in his journey. The storm and shipwreck that occurred near this area are described in Acts 27.

Antioch (Antakya)

1. A major early Christian center and the location where followers of Jesus were first called Christians. St. Paul and Barnabas embarked on their missionary journeys from here.

Asia Minor (Turkey)

1. Numerous cities and regions in Asia Minor are mentioned in Acts and other letters. These include places where St. Paul preached and established early Christian communities.

Assos (Behramkale)

1. A site of historical significance with Greek ruins, including a temple to Athena. St. Paul visited here during his journey in Acts 20.

Attalia (Antalya)

1. The port city where St. Paul and his companions arrived during their travels. It has a long history, including Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman periods.

Bithynia (Nicomedia, Nicea)

1. St. Paul intended to visit this region, though his plans were thwarted, as mentioned in Acts 16.

Cappadocia

1. A region known for its unique history and people. It is mentioned in Acts and the First Epistle of Peter.

Cilicia

1. St. Paul’s birthplace, with several references in Acts, where he traveled and faced challenges.

Ephesus (Selcuk)

1. A major center of early Christianity and the location of the famous Temple of Artemis. St. Paul spent significant time here, and the city is mentioned in several New Testament books.

Hierapolis (Pamukkale)

1. A city known for its hot springs and mentioned in Colossians and other early Christian writings.

These cities, among others, played a key role in the spread of early Christianity, with St. Paul’s travels and teachings impacting many regions and communities across Asia Minor, Greece, and beyond.