Meaning
Nazareth is a town in Galilee. The origin and precise meaning of its name are uncertain.
Biblical Usage
Nazareth was the town where Joseph and Mary lived after returning from Egypt. Jesus was brought up there and was known as Jesus of Nazareth.
Jesus later taught in the synagogue at Nazareth. Although the people initially wondered at His words, many rejected Him and sought to cast Him out of the city.
Key References
- Matthew 2:19-23
- Luke 2:39-52
- Luke 4:16-30
- John 1:45-46
Related Terms
- Jesus Christ
- Galilee
- Capernaum
- Bethlehem