Holy Land Regions
The Holy Land has long been divided into regions that reflect its history, culture, and political organization. Names such as Galilee, Samaria, Judea, Perea, and the Decapolis appear frequently in scripture and historical sources, providing important context for understanding the movements of peoples, the boundaries of kingdoms, and the setting of biblical events.
Unlike individual geographical features such as mountains, rivers, and valleys, these regions represent larger areas with distinct identities and histories. Their boundaries shifted over time as kingdoms and empires rose and fell, yet many retained distinct cultural and religious identities that influenced the lives of their inhabitants.
The Holy Land Regions collection explores these territorial divisions through photographs and descriptions of the landscapes, cities, and sites associated with each area. By understanding where these regions were located and how they related to one another, readers can better follow the journeys of prophets, kings, and Jesus Christ throughout the biblical world.
Regions are listed generally from north to south and include both biblical and historical territorial divisions.