Bibellexikon
Sea of Galilee
Der Süßwassersee im Norden Israels, an dem Jesus Jünger berief, einen Sturm stillte und auf dem Wasser ging.
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A large lake prone to sudden storms, the Sea of Galilee was a hub of fishing and the backdrop of many Gospel scenes.
There Jesus called fishermen to follow him, stilled the wind and waves, and walked on the water to his frightened disciples.
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Matthew 4:18 “As Jesus was walking beside the Sea of Galilee, He saw two brothers, Simon called Peter and his brother Andrew. They were casting a net into the sea, for they were fishermen.” Mark 4:39 “Then Jesus got up and rebuked the wind and the sea. “Silence!” He commanded. “Be still!” And the wind died down, and it was perfectly calm.”