Matthew 17:27

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But, lest we cause them to stumble, go to the sea, and cast a hook, and take up the first fish that comes up. When you have opened its mouth, you will find a stater coin. Take that, and give it to them for me and you."

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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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Matthew 17:27 mentions Capernaum and Galilee.

Photo of Capernaum — Capernaum · AVRAMGR

Photo of Galilee — Galilee · מלאק אבו גוש