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NAZARETH - Home of Jesus, Mary, Joseph

Reconstruction of an ancient village

 

Nazareth, the ancient village

There was hardly any traffic on the narrow streets. Even a donkey with a load might block them. People avoided the sun and hugged the shadows of the walls. Read more...


Detail from 'Bride of Bethlehem' William Holman Hunt

   

Mary and Joseph of Nazareth 

Shorter than modern people, about five feet tall for women, a bit more for men. Robust, sturdy, with strong brown hands callused from work, and glossy black hair. Read more...


Christ as portrayed in Mel Gibson's 'Passion of the Christ'

 

Jesus in Nazareth

Nazareth could not boast many celebrities, so when Jesus, now a charismatic and famous teacher, returned home he was at first greeted warmly.  Read more...


Detail of 'The Grandmother' by Morteza Katouzian, 1986Copy_of_Copy_of_grandmotherjpg 

 

Bible Study Guide

Interview your own mother or an older female relative. Try to discover details of her life to understand her better. Ask some of these questions, or compose your own.... Read more...


Aerial photo of the 4th century synagogue at Capernaum

 

Nazareth Resources

Nazareth had about 400 people. Everyone knew everyone else. They were physically robust, strong-minded, practical, respectful of traditional and loyal to family.  Read more...


Photograph of the Fountain of the Virgin, 1894

 

Nazareth Photo Gallery