Bible Maps
Explore interactive maps of every place mentioned in Scripture — from the ancient cities of Mesopotamia to the churches of Revelation.
1,342+
Biblical Places
1,335
GPS-Mapped
5,616
Verse References
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Bible Books
Why Bible Maps Matter for Scripture Study
The Bible is not an abstract collection of theological ideas — it is a record of God acting in real places, among real people, across real landscapes. From the fertile plains of Mesopotamia where Abraham received his calling, to the dusty roads of Galilee where Jesus walked with His disciples, geography shapes the meaning of Scripture in ways that words alone cannot convey.
Bible maps bring the text to life by showing the distances between cities, the terrain that travelers crossed, the strategic importance of fortified towns, and the trade routes that connected ancient civilizations. When you see that Nazareth is nestled in the hills of lower Galilee, or that the journey from Egypt to Canaan passes through harsh desert wilderness, the narrative gains a vivid, tangible quality that deepens understanding and strengthens faith.
Our interactive Bible maps cover 1,342+ locations identified by scholars, each with GPS coordinates, verse references, and confidence ratings. Whether you are studying the patriarchs, the conquest of Canaan, the kingdoms of Israel and Judah, or the missionary journeys of Paul, these maps provide the geographical context you need to read Scripture with clarity and insight.
Featured Map Collections
All 1,300+ Biblical Locations
Browse every identifiable place mentioned in Scripture with interactive maps, GPS coordinates, confidence scores, and verse references.
Bible Geography by Book
Explore biblical places organized by all 66 books of the Bible, from Genesis through Revelation, with chapter-level maps.
Old Testament Cities
Discover the ancient cities of the Old Testament including Jerusalem, Jericho, Nineveh, Ur, and dozens of other fortified cities.
Mountains of the Bible
Explore famous biblical mountains like Sinai, Ararat, Carmel, Zion, and the Mount of Olives where pivotal events took place.
Rivers & Bodies of Water
Trace the rivers and seas of Scripture including the Jordan River, the Sea of Galilee, the Nile, and the Mediterranean.
Places in Genesis
Map the locations in Genesis from the Garden of Eden to the journeys of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob across the ancient Near East.
Places in the Gospels
Follow the ministry of Jesus across Galilee, Judea, and Samaria with maps of every location mentioned in the Gospel accounts.
Places in Acts (Paul's Journeys)
Trace Paul's missionary journeys across the Roman Empire, from Antioch to Athens, Corinth, Ephesus, and finally Rome.
Popular Biblical Locations
Jerusalem
The holy city and spiritual center of Israel, site of Solomon's Temple and the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus Christ.
Bethlehem
Birthplace of Jesus Christ and King David, located just south of Jerusalem in the Judean hill country.
Nazareth
The childhood home of Jesus in lower Galilee, where the angel Gabriel announced His birth to Mary.
Egypt
The land of the pharaohs where Israel was enslaved for 400 years before God delivered them through Moses.
Babylon
Capital of the Neo-Babylonian Empire that destroyed Jerusalem in 586 BC and exiled the Jewish people.
Mount Sinai
The mountain where God gave the Ten Commandments to Moses and established the covenant with Israel.
Jericho
One of the oldest cities in the world, whose walls fell when Israel marched around them under Joshua.
Rome
Capital of the Roman Empire, where Paul was imprisoned and where the early church took root among the Gentiles.
Damascus
One of the world's oldest continuously inhabited cities, where Saul was converted on the road and became the apostle Paul.
Corinth
A major Greek trade city where Paul founded a church and later wrote two epistles addressing its struggles.
Ephesus
A prominent city in Asia Minor with a significant early church, addressed in both Acts and Revelation.
Galilee
The region in northern Israel where Jesus spent most of His ministry, calling His disciples and performing miracles.
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Understand Distances & Terrain
The Bible frequently mentions journeys that spanned days or weeks on foot. Maps reveal the actual distances between cities like Jerusalem and Jericho (about 15 miles through dangerous desert), or the 1,000-mile trek from Ur to Canaan that Abraham undertook. Understanding the terrain — mountains, deserts, valleys, and rivers — helps you appreciate the physical challenges that biblical figures faced and the strategic importance of key locations.
Visualize Biblical Journeys
From the Exodus out of Egypt to Paul's four missionary journeys across the Roman Empire, the Bible is filled with travel narratives. Seeing these routes on a map transforms abstract place names into concrete paths. You can trace the Israelites' 40-year wilderness wandering, follow Jesus from Galilee to Jerusalem, or chart Paul's sea voyages across the Mediterranean — gaining new insight into the narrative flow of Scripture.
Historical & Archaeological Context
Modern archaeology has confirmed the existence of hundreds of biblical locations. Maps that incorporate scholarly data and confidence scores help you see which sites have been positively identified and which remain debated. This context strengthens your understanding of Scripture's historical reliability and connects the ancient text to the physical landscape that still exists today in Israel, Jordan, Turkey, Greece, and across the Near East.
Frequently Asked Questions About Bible Maps
How many places are mentioned in the Bible?
Scholars have identified over 1,300 distinct locations mentioned in the Bible. These range from major cities like Jerusalem, Babylon, and Rome to smaller villages, mountains, rivers, and regions. Our database includes GPS coordinates for the vast majority of these locations, allowing you to see exactly where biblical events took place on a modern map.
Where was ancient Israel located?
Ancient Israel was located in the eastern Mediterranean region, in the area known today as Israel, Palestine, and parts of Jordan, Lebanon, and Syria. It was situated along vital trade routes connecting Egypt, Mesopotamia, and Anatolia. The land stretched from Dan in the north to Beersheba in the south, and from the Mediterranean coast to the Jordan River Valley.
What is the significance of Jerusalem in the Bible?
Jerusalem is the most frequently mentioned city in the Bible, appearing over 800 times. It was established as Israel's capital by King David around 1000 BC and became the site of Solomon's Temple. For Christians, Jerusalem is where Jesus was crucified, buried, and resurrected. The city appears in both the earliest narratives of Genesis (as Salem) and the final vision of Revelation as the New Jerusalem descending from heaven.