Ephesus

Also known as: Efes

Modern name: Near Selcuk, Turkey (ruins)

Asia Minor New Testament

Ephesus demonstrates both the power and the danger of the Christian life. Though the church there was commended for its works, it was warned about having forsaken its first love.

About Ephesus

A major Roman city in Asia Minor and home to the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Paul spent over two years here establishing a thriving church. The city later received one of the seven letters in Revelation.

Biblical Significance

Ephesus demonstrates both the power and the danger of the Christian life. Though the church there was commended for its works, it was warned about having forsaken its first love.

Geographic Location

Latitude

37.9411°

Longitude

27.3419°

Known today as: Near Selcuk, Turkey (ruins)

Quick Facts

Region
Asia Minor
Testament
New Testament
Modern Name
Near Selcuk, Turkey (ruins)
Key Verses
5
Coordinates
37.94°, 27.34°
Other Names
1

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