Capernaum (Franciscan) — Hometown of Jesus

March 31, 2026

Interior of fifth/sixth-century Synagogue.
Interior of fifth/sixth-century Synagogue.
Corinthian Capital with Menorah, Incense Shovel, and Shophar.
Corinthian Capital with Menorah, Incense Shovel, and Shophar.
Octagonal Church (fifth-century) built over the remains of the "House of Peter."
Octagonal Church (fifth-century) built over the remains of the "House of Peter."
Ancient Houses and Franciscan Church.
Ancient Houses and Franciscan Church.
Interior of Franciscan Church.
Interior of Franciscan Church.
Basalt Grinders manufactured at Capernaum.
Basalt Grinders manufactured at Capernaum.

Capernaum is mentioned 16 times in the New Testament. It served as Jesus’ "headquarters" during his public ministry. Several disciples were from Capernaum and many miracles were performed here. It was a fishing village with a tollbooth and a synagogue. Indeed, it was large enough to be the residence of a public official and a Roman centurion.