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Berea

Facts:

In New Testament times, Berea (or Beroea) was a prosperous Greek city in southeast Macedonia, about 80 kilometers south of Thessalonica.

  • Paul and Silas fled to the city of Berea after their fellow Christians helped them escape from certain Jews who had caused trouble for them in Thessalonica.
  • When the people living in Berea heard Paul preach, they researched the Scriptures to confirm that what he was telling them was true.

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(See also: Macedonia, Paul, Silas, Thessalonica)

Bible References:

Word Data:

  • Strong's: G960