Capernaum was a prominent town on the northern shore of the Sea of Galilee and became a central location in Jesus’ public ministry. After leaving Nazareth, Jesus made Capernaum His home. Matthew 4:13 says, “And leaving Nazareth, He came and dwelt in Capernaum, which is by the sea.”
Many miracles were performed there. Jesus healed a centurion’s servant (Matthew 8:5-13), Peter’s mother-in-law (Matthew 8:14-15), and a paralytic lowered through the roof (Mark 2:1-12). He taught in the synamagog/”>gogue with authority, casting out unclean spirits (Mark 1:21-28), and the people were astonished at His doctrine.
Despite witnessing great miracles and hearing divine truth, Capernaum did not repent. Jesus pronounced a strong woe upon the city: “And you, Capernaum, who are exalted to heaven, will be brought down to Hades” (Matthew 11:23). Its privilege made its unbelief even more grievous.
Capernaum serves as both a place of divine visitation and a warning. Great light shone there, yet many hearts remained dark. It stands as a reminder that miracles do not guarantee faith, and that judgment follows willful unbelief.
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