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Tarsus

Facts:

Tarsus was a prosperous city in the Roman province of Cilicia, in what is now south central Turkey.

  • Tarsus was located along a major river and near the Mediterranean Sea, so it was part of an important trade route.
  • At one time it was the capital of Cilicia.
  • In the New Testament, Tarsus was best known as the hometown of Paul the apostle.

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(See also: Cilicia, Paul, province, the sea)

Bible References:

Word Data:

  • Strong's: G5018, G5019