Pamphylia
LocationsGeographical Setting
An ancient coastal region in southern Asia Minor situated between Lycia to the west and Cilicia to the east.
What is the meaning of Pamphylia in the Bible?
A historical region along the southern coast of Asia Minor, bounded by the Taurus Mountains to the north and the Mediterranean Sea to the south, characterized by a narrow coastal plain.
SIGNIFICANCE
Understanding Pamphylia provides geographical context for the Apostle Paul's first missionary journey, specifically his visits to Perga and Attalia, illustrating the strategic importance of coastal routes in the early dissemination of Christian teachings.
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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.