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When Was Capernaum Destroyed?

Alexander Ross • • 5 min read
When Was Capernaum Destroyed?

For hundreds of years, both Jews and non-Jews who believed in Jesus lived side by side. It wasn't until the Muslim era, in the middle of the 8th century, that Capernaum was destroyed, probably in the big earthquake of 749.

What happened to Capernaum?

In the Early Muslim period (7th-8th centuries), Capernaum continued to prosper, then declined and was abandoned in the 11th century. Its ruins were known in Arabic as Tel Hum, preserving the ancient Hebrew name Kfar Nahum (the village of Nahum).

Does Capernaum exist today?

Capernaum, in the Galilee of northern Israel is a Biblical village. It sits not far from other important Christian sites in Israel. ... Today the town of Kfar Nahum (Talhum in Arabic) stands where Capernaum once stood. The site attracts thousands of pilgrims and tourists from around the world every year.

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Alexander Ross has covered the video game industry for a decade, writing deep dives on game design, esports tournaments, VR developments, and gaming culture.