Jump to: Hitchcock's • Smith's • ATS • ISBE • Easton's • Concordance • Thesaurus • Greek • Library • Subtopics • Terms Topical Encyclopedia Chorazin is a town mentioned in the New Testament, specifically in the Gospels of Matthew and Luke. It is one of the cities in Galilee where Jesus performed many of His mighty works, yet it is also one of the cities that faced His stern rebuke for its lack of repentance. The exact location of ancient Chorazin is not definitively known, but it is generally identified with the archaeological site of Khirbet Kerazeh, located about two and a half miles north of the Sea of Galilee.Biblical References: 1. Rebuke by Jesus: Chorazin is most notably mentioned in the context of Jesus' denunciation of certain Galilean cities. In Matthew 11:21 , Jesus declares, "Woe to you, Chorazin! Woe to you, Bethsaida! For if the miracles that were performed in you had been performed in Tyre and Sidon, they would have repented long ago in sackcloth and ashes." Similarly, in Luke 10:13 , Jesus repeats this lament, emphasizing the gravity of Chorazin's unrepentance despite witnessing His miracles. 2. Miracles and Ministry: Although the specific miracles performed in Chorazin are not detailed in the Gospels, the town's mention alongside Bethsaida and Capernaum suggests that it was a significant site of Jesus' ministry. The rebuke implies that the inhabitants of Chorazin had ample opportunity to witness Jesus' divine power and teachings, yet they failed to turn from their ways. Historical and Archaeological Context: Chorazin was part of the region of Galilee, an area known for its mixed population and diverse cultural influences during the time of Jesus. The town's proximity to the Sea of Galilee suggests it may have been involved in the fishing industry, similar to other nearby towns. Archaeological excavations at Khirbet Kerazeh have uncovered remains of a synagogue dating from the 3rd or 4th century AD, which indicates the presence of a Jewish community in the area during and after the time of Christ. Theological Significance: The mention of Chorazin in the Gospels serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of responding to God's revelation with repentance and faith. Jesus' rebuke highlights the accountability of those who have witnessed His works and heard His message. The comparison to Tyre and Sidon, cities known for their paganism and eventual judgment, underscores the severity of Chorazin's spiritual indifference. Chorazin's inclusion in the Gospels also reflects the broader theme of Jesus' ministry in Galilee, where He reached out to both Jews and Gentiles, offering the message of the Kingdom of God. The town's failure to respond to this message serves as a cautionary tale for all who encounter the truth of the Gospel. In summary, Chorazin stands as a testament to the reality of divine judgment upon those who remain unrepentant despite clear evidence of God's presence and power. Its account is a call to heed the message of Christ and to turn towards Him in faith and obedience. Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary ChorazinSmith's Bible Dictionary Chorazinone of the cities in which our Lord's mighty works were done, but named only in his denunciation. Matt. 11:21; Luke 10:13 St. Jerome describes it as on the shore of the lake, two miles from Capernaum, but its modern site is uncertain. ATS Bible Dictionary ChorazinA town in Galilee, near to Capernaum and Bethsaida, on the northwest shore of the Sea of Galilee. Jerome says it was two miles from Capernaum. No traces of its name remain; but Robinson with strong probability locates it at the modern Tell-hum, on the northern shore of the Sea of Galilee, three miles northeast of Capernaum. It was upbraided by Christ for its impenitence, Matthew 11:21; Luke 10:13. Easton's Bible Dictionary Named along with Bethsaida and Capernaum as one of the cities in which our Lord's "mighty works" were done, and which was doomed to woe because of signal privileges neglected (Matthew 11:21; Luke 10:13). It has been identified by general consent with the modern Kerazeh, about 2 1/2 miles up the Wady Kerazeh from Capernaum; i.e., Tell Hum. International Standard Bible Encyclopedia CHORAZINko-ra'-zin (Chorazin, Matthew 11:21; Chorazin, Luke 10:13; Westcott and Hort, The New Testament in Greek Chorazein): A city whose name appears only in the woe pronounced against it by Christ (Matthew 11:21 Luke 10:13). Its appearance there, however, shows that it must have been a place of some importance, and highly privileged by the ministry of Jesus. It was already deserted in the time of Eusebius, who places it 2 miles from Capernaum (Onomasticon, under the word). We can hardly doubt that it is represented by the extensive ruins of Kerazeh, on the heights to the north of Tell Chum. It is utterly desolate: a few carved stones being seen among the heaps. There are traces of a Roman road which connected the ancient city with the great highway between north and south which touched the lake shore at Khan Minyeh. W. Ewing Greek 5523. Chorazin -- Chorazin, a city of Galilee ... 5522, 5523. Chorazin. 5524 . Chorazin, a city of Galilee. Part of Speech: Proper Noun, Indeclinable Transliteration: Chorazin Phonetic ... //strongsnumbers.com/greek2/5523.htm - 6k Library Gamala. Chorazin. Further Incidents of the Journey to Jerusalem - the Mission and ... Sodom, Capernaum, Manchester The Baptist's Inquiry and Jesus' Discourse Suggested Thereby. The First Stages. Ch. 9:51 to 13:21 Jesus at Capernaum. The Yoke of Jesus. Opposition to Jesus. The Solution to Present Spiritual Enigmas to be Awaited in the ... Jesus Answered and Said unto Him, Simon, I have Something to Say ... Thesaurus Chorazin (2 Occurrences)... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. CHORAZIN. ... W. Ewing. Multi-Version Concordance Chorazin (2 Occurrences). Matthew 11:21 "Woe to you, Chorazin! ... /c/chorazin.htm - 8k Korazin (2 Occurrences) Woe (102 Occurrences) Repented (49 Occurrences) Meroz (1 Occurrence) Miracles (65 Occurrences) Mighty (514 Occurrences) Performed (110 Occurrences) Chora'zin (1 Occurrence) Ashes (44 Occurrences) Resources Why did Jesus mention Tyre and Sidon in Luke 10:14? | GotQuestions.orgWhat is the significance of the city of Sidon in the Bible? | GotQuestions.org Why is so much of the world still unevangelized? | GotQuestions.org Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Concordance Chorazin (2 Occurrences)Matthew 11:21 Luke 10:13 Subtopics Chorazin: Denunciation Against Related Terms |
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