Dalmanutha
LocationsGeographical Setting
Dalmanutha is a coastal region in Galilee mentioned in the Gospels of Mark and Matthew as the destination of Jesus' journey after his ministry in the region of Tyre and Sidon.
What is the meaning of Dalmanutha in the Bible?
Dalmanutha is a place mentioned in Mark 8:10 and Matthew 15:39, likely located near the Sea of Galilee.
SIGNIFICANCE
The mention of Dalmanutha provides important geographical information about Jesus' journey from Tyre to Caesarea Philippi.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Geopolitical & Terrain Context: Dalmanutha 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 Dalmanutha in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Dalmanutha clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Mark 8:10Matthew 15:39
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
"Dalmanutha." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/dalmanutha/