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Bethphage

Locations
Modern Location East Jerusalem, near the Mount of Olives
Coordinates 31.7797, 35.2467

Geographical Setting

Bethphage is an ancient village situated on the eastern slope of the Mount of Olives, historically positioned between Bethany and Jerusalem.

What is the meaning of Bethphage in the Bible?

Bethphage was a village located on the Mount of Olives, situated along the route connecting Jerusalem to Jericho and adjacent to Bethany. It lay within the traditional Sabbath day's journey limit east of Jerusalem.

SIGNIFICANCE

Identifying Bethphage clarifies the geographical progression of the Triumphal Entry, showing that Jesus approached Jerusalem from the east, stopping at this village before entering the city gates.

Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide

Geopolitical & Terrain Context: Bethphage (located near modern East Jerusalem, near the Mount of Olives) held strategic importance. Understanding its position and trade routes explains why key biblical events unfolded here.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
  • Why did the biblical author mention Bethphage in this passage?
  • What cultural or historical assumption does Bethphage clarify?

Related Topics

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Source Attribution

Built upon the 1915 International Standard Bible Encyclopedia and Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897). Entries have been modernized, checked for academic truthfulness, and shortened for clarity.

How to Cite This Entry

"Bethphage." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/bethphage/
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