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Matthew 14:29

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Bible Text

He said, "Come!" Peter stepped down from the boat, and walked on the waters to come to Jesus.

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Maps for this passage

Galilee and the Travels of JesusPalestine tracing the travels of Jesus, including Galilee and the Sea of Galilee region.
The Holy Land in the Time of JesusThe Holy Land in the time of Jesus, showing Galilee, Samaria, Judea and the territories under Herod's rule.

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Galilee was the northern region surrounding the Sea of Galilee, where Jesus’ disciples crossed the water during this episode; Peter’s steps toward Jesus occur amid that stormy crossing.

Places in this passage

Matthew 14:29 mentions Galilee and Gennesaret.

Galilee · מלאק אבו גוש
Gennesaret · יעקב

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