Colossae

Also known as: Colosse

Modern name: Near Honaz, Turkey (unexcavated)

Asia Minor New Testament

The letter to Colossae contains one of the most exalted descriptions of Christ's supremacy in all of Scripture. Paul combated false teaching by pointing to the all-sufficiency of Christ.

About Colossae

A small city in the Lycus Valley of Asia Minor, notable for the church Paul addressed in his letter to the Colossians. Though Paul likely never visited, the church was founded by Epaphras, one of Paul's associates.

Biblical Significance

The letter to Colossae contains one of the most exalted descriptions of Christ's supremacy in all of Scripture. Paul combated false teaching by pointing to the all-sufficiency of Christ.

Geographic Location

Latitude

37.7878°

Longitude

29.2614°

Known today as: Near Honaz, Turkey (unexcavated)

Quick Facts

Region
Asia Minor
Testament
New Testament
Modern Name
Near Honaz, Turkey (unexcavated)
Key Verses
4
Coordinates
37.79°, 29.26°
Other Names
1

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