Judea
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Judea was the southern region of Israel, centered on Jerusalem. It was the heart of the ancient kingdom of Judah. Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea, was crucified in Jerusalem, and the early church spread from Judea to the ends of the earth.
Historical Timeline
Ministry of Jesusc. 4 BC - AD 30
Jesus is born in Bethlehem of Judea and crucified in Jerusalem
Matthew 2:1Notable Characters
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Biblical Significance
Heartland of Redemption
Judea is the geographic center of God's redemptive history - containing Jerusalem (temple and crucifixion), Bethlehem (Messiah's birthplace), and the wilderness (John's preaching, Jesus' temptation).