Events in the Bible, in order
245 happenings, each anchored to the passage that narrates it, across 12 eras and 1,000 named participants.
Creation to Babel
9 eventsCreation
Genesis 1:1-2:3 · The heavens and the earth · 1 named
In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth, forming and filling the world over six days before resting on the seventh day.
The Garden of Eden
Genesis 2:4-25 · Eden · 2 named
God formed a man, planted a garden in Eden with two specific trees, and created a woman from the man's rib to serve as a companion for him.
The Fall
Genesis 3 · Eden · 3 named
The first humans ate fruit from the tree of the knowledge of good and evil against divine instruction and were subsequently expelled from the garden of Eden.
Cain and Abel
Genesis 4:1-16 · East of Eden · 4 named
After Cain killed his brother Abel because God favored Abel's offering, Cain was cursed to be a fugitive and settled in the land of Nod, east of Eden.
The Birth of Seth
Genesis 4:25-5:8 · Outside Eden · 5 named
Adam and Eve had another son whom they named Seth, and through Seth's line, a genealogy was established that included his son Enosh during a time when men began to call on the Lord.
Enoch Walks with God
Genesis 5:21-24 · 3 named
Enoch lived sixty-five years before fathering Methuselah, after which he walked with God for three hundred years and then was not, for God took him.
The Flood
Genesis 6-9:17 · The ark · 5 named
God sends a global flood to destroy all life due to human wickedness but preserves Noah, his family, and animal pairs within an ark to restart life on earth.
The Curse of Canaan
Genesis 9:18-29 · 5 named
After drinking wine from his vineyard, Noah was seen naked by his son Ham, resulting in a curse pronounced upon Ham's son Canaan and blessings for Shem and Japheth.
The Tower of Babel
Genesis 11:1-9 · Shinar · 1 named
Humanity migrates to Shinar to build a city and a tower reaching heaven, resulting in God confounding their language and scattering them across the face of the whole earth.
Patriarchal Period
34 eventsThe Call of Abram
Genesis 12:1-9 · Haran to Canaan · 4 named
God instructed Abram to depart from his country and kindred for a land that would be shown to him, promising to make him a great nation and bless all families of the earth.
Abram in Egypt
Genesis 12:10-20 · Egypt · 3 named
Famine drove Abram to Egypt where he identified Sarai as his sister to ensure his safety, leading Pharaoh to take her before God intervened with plagues.
Abram and Lot Separate
Genesis 13 · Bethel · 2 named
Abram and Lot parted ways to avoid conflict between their herdsmen because the land could not support their combined livestock, leading Lot to choose the plain of Jordan.
The Battle of the Kings
Genesis 14:1-16 · Valley of Siddim · 13 named
Four Mesopotamian kings defeated five local kings in the Valley of Siddim, capturing Lot before Abram intervened with his trained men to recover the captives and goods.
Melchizedek Blesses Abram
Genesis 14:17-24 · Valley of Shaveh · 2 named
Melchizedek, king of Salem and priest of God Most High, brought bread and wine to Abram and blessed him after Abram returned from the defeat of Chedorlaomer and the kings.
The Covenant with Abram
Genesis 15 · 2 named
God promises Abram a biological heir and vast descendants before establishing a formal covenant through a ritual involving divided animals and a smoking fire pot.
The Birth of Ishmael
Genesis 16 · Canaan · 4 named
Sarai gave her Egyptian handmaid Hagar to Abram to bear a child, leading to Hagar's flight into the wilderness and the subsequent birth of Ishmael in Canaan.
The Covenant of Circumcision
Genesis 17 · 4 named
God established a covenant with Abram, renaming him Abraham and Sarah, while mandating circumcision for all males in his household as an everlasting sign.
The Three Visitors at Mamre
Genesis 18:1-15 · Mamre · 2 named
Abraham hosts three men by the oaks of Mamre and receives a divine promise that Sarah will bear a son within a year despite her advanced age.
The Destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah
Genesis 18:16-19:29 · Sodom · 2 named
the LORD rained sulfur and fire on Sodom and Gomorrah, overthrowing the cities and the entire plain while allowing Lot and his two daughters to escape to the hills.
The Birth of Isaac
Genesis 21:1-7 · Canaan · 3 named
Sarah conceived and bore Abraham a son in his old age at the set time that God had spoken, and Abraham named the child Isaac.
Hagar and Ishmael Sent Away
Genesis 21:8-21 · Wilderness of Beersheba · 4 named
Abraham sends Hagar and Ishmael into the wilderness at Sarah's request, where God preserves them and promises Ishmael will become a great nation.
The Binding of Isaac
Genesis 22:1-19 · Moriah · 3 named
God tested Abraham by commanding him to offer his son Isaac as a burnt offering in the land of Moriah until an angel intervened and a ram was provided.
The Death and Burial of Sarah
Genesis 23 · Hebron · 3 named
Sarah dies in Kiriatharba and Abraham purchases a field and cave from Ephron the Hittite to serve as a permanent burial site for his family.
A Bride for Isaac
Genesis 24 · Nahor · 6 named
Abraham sends his servant to his kindred in Nahor to find a wife for Isaac, resulting in the selection and marriage of Rebekah according to divine guidance.
Jacob and Esau and the Birthright
Genesis 25:19-34 · 4 named
Jacob and Esau were born to Isaac and Rebekah, after which Jacob purchased the birthright from Esau in exchange for bread and lentil stew.
Jacob's Stolen Blessing
Genesis 27 · Beersheba · 4 named
Jacob deceived his blind father Isaac by wearing his brother's clothes and goat skins to receive the primary blessing intended for Esau through his mother Rebekah's instruction.
Jacob's Ladder at Bethel
Genesis 28:10-22 · Bethel · 2 named
Jacob dreamed of a ladder reaching to heaven while traveling to Haran, received a divine promise, and subsequently named the place Bethel and made a vow to God.
Jacob Marries Leah and Rachel
Genesis 29 · Haran · 4 named
Jacob agreed to serve Laban seven years for Rachel, but he was deceived into marrying Leah first and subsequently married Rachel after agreeing to serve an additional seven years.
Jacob Flees from Laban
Genesis 31 · Gilead · 4 named
Jacob departed secretly from Laban with his family and livestock, leading to a pursuit and a formal covenant between the two men at Gilead.
Jacob Wrestles at Peniel
Genesis 32:22-32 · Peniel · 1 named
Jacob wrestled with a man until daybreak, received a new name, and was blessed after refusing to let the man go.
Jacob and Esau Reconcile
Genesis 33 · Seir · 2 named
Jacob and Esau met after a long separation, exchanged greetings and gifts, and eventually departed for different locations, resolving their previous conflict.
Dinah and Shechem
Genesis 34 · Shechem · 7 named
After Shechem defiled Jacob's daughter Dinah, her brothers Simeon and Levi deceived the Hivites and killed all the men of the city to avenge their sister.
The Death of Rachel
Genesis 35:16-20 · Near Bethlehem · 3 named
Rachel died giving birth to her son while traveling toward Ephrath, and Jacob buried her there, marking the site with a pillar.
Joseph Sold into Egypt
Genesis 37 · Dothan · 4 named
Joseph's brothers conspired against him in Dothan, eventually selling him to Ishmaelite traders who took him to Egypt while deceiving their father Jacob about his fate.
Judah and Tamar
Genesis 38 · Timnah · 10 named
Tamar conceives sons by her father-in-law Judah after he fails to provide his youngest son as a husband following the deaths of his two eldest sons.
Joseph and Potiphar's Wife
Genesis 39 · Egypt · 2 named
In Egypt, Joseph rises to power in Potiphar's house, refuses the advances of Potiphar's wife, is falsely accused of attempted rape, and is subsequently imprisoned by his master.
Joseph Interprets Pharaoh's Dreams
Genesis 41 · Egypt · 1 named
Joseph is summoned from prison to interpret Pharaoh's dreams concerning seven years of plenty and seven years of famine, leading to his appointment as ruler over the land of Egypt.
Joseph's Brothers Come to Egypt
Genesis 42-44 · Egypt · 5 named
Ten brothers of Joseph traveled to Egypt to purchase grain during a famine, where Joseph tested them by detaining Simeon and demanding they bring their youngest brother, Benjamin.
Joseph Reveals Himself
Genesis 45 · Egypt · 2 named
Joseph revealed his identity to his brothers, weeping aloud as he explained that God had sent him to Egypt to preserve life during a global famine.
Jacob Settles in Goshen
Genesis 46-47; Exodus 1:1-5 · Goshen · 17 named
Jacob and his entire household relocated from Canaan to Egypt where they were granted the land of Goshen by Pharaoh and settled there to survive a period of severe famine.
Jacob Blesses His Sons
Genesis 49 · Egypt · 19 named
Jacob gathered his sons in Egypt to deliver prophetic blessings and specific charges regarding his burial before he died.
The Death of Joseph
Genesis 50:22-26 · Egypt · 1 named
Joseph lived one hundred and ten years in Egypt, saw three generations of his descendants, and instructed his brothers to carry his bones out of Egypt upon his death.
Job Loses Everything
Job 1-2 · Uz · 7 named
In the land of Uz, a man named Job loses his children, livestock, and health following a series of calamities, yet he remains upright without charging God with any wrongdoing.
Egypt and Wilderness
27 eventsIsrael Enslaved in Egypt
Exodus 1 · Egypt · 2 named
After a new king arose who did not know Joseph, the Egyptians enslaved the Israelites and ordered the Hebrew midwives to kill all male infants to prevent the population's growth.
The Birth of Moses
Exodus 2:1-10 · Egypt · 1 named
A woman from the house of Levi hid her newborn son for three months before placing him in a basket among reeds where he was found and adopted by the daughter of Pharaoh.
Moses Flees to Midian
Exodus 2:11-22 · Midian · 3 named
After killing an Egyptian who was striking a Hebrew, Moses fled from Pharaoh to the land of Midian where he married Zipporah and fathered a son.
The Burning Bush
Exodus 3:1-4:17 · Horeb · 3 named
Moses encountered a burning bush at Horeb where God commanded him to return to Egypt to lead the Israelites out of their affliction under Pharaoh.
Moses Before Pharaoh
Exodus 5 · Egypt · 2 named
Moses and Aaron requested that Pharaoh let the Israelites go into the wilderness to hold a feast, resulting in increased labor and hardship for the people of Israel in Egypt.
The Ten Plagues
Exodus 7:14-12:30 · Egypt · 2 named
Moses and Aaron execute ten divine judgments upon Egypt and its Pharaoh to secure the release of the Israelites from bondage.
The First Passover
Exodus 12:1-30 · Egypt · 2 named
the LORD instructs Moses and Aaron to have Israel sacrifice lambs and mark their doors with blood so the plague of the firstborn bypasses their homes during the judgment of Egypt.
The Exodus from Egypt
Exodus 12:31-42 · Rameses · 2 named
Pharaoh commanded the Israelites to depart Egypt, and the people journeyed from Rameses to Succoth while carrying dough and wealth obtained from the Egyptians.
The Crossing of the Red Sea
Exodus 14 · The Red Sea · 2 named
Moses stretched out his hand over the sea, causing the waters to divide so the Israelites could cross on dry ground while the Egyptian army was drowned when the waters returned.
The Song of Moses and Miriam
Exodus 15:1-21 · Shore of the sea · 3 named
Moses and the people of Israel sang a song to the Lord after the Egyptian horses and riders were thrown into the sea, followed by Miriam leading the women in music and dance.
Manna and Quail
Exodus 16 · Wilderness of Sin · 2 named
The Israelites complained of hunger in the wilderness, leading the LORD to provide bread from heaven and quail for the congregation to eat according to specific instructions.
Water from the Rock at Horeb
Exodus 17:1-7 · Rephidim · 1 named
Moses struck a rock at Horeb with his staff to provide water for the Israelites after they complained of thirst and tested the Lord while camped at Rephidim.
The Battle with Amalek at Rephidim
Exodus 17:8-16 · Rephidim · 4 named
Amalek attacked Israel at Rephidim, leading to a battle where Joshua led the army while Moses held the staff of God atop a hill to ensure victory.
Jethro's Counsel
Exodus 18 · Wilderness camp · 3 named
Jethro, the priest of Midian, visited Moses in the wilderness and advised him to appoint judges to handle minor disputes, preserving Moses' strength and the people's peace.
The Covenant at Sinai
Exodus 19-20; Deuteronomy 5:6-21 · Mount Sinai · 3 named
God delivered the Ten Commandments and established a formal covenant with the Israelites at Mount Sinai amid thunder, lightning, and a thick cloud.
The Golden Calf
Exodus 32; Deuteronomy 9:7-10:11 · Mount Sinai · 3 named
While Moses was on Mount Sinai, the Israelites fashioned a golden calf for worship, leading to divine anger, the destruction of the tablets, and a Levite-led execution of idolaters.
The Tabernacle Is Raised
Exodus 40 · Sinai · 2 named
On the first day of the first month in the second year, Moses set up the tabernacle, arranged its furnishings, and consecrated Aaron and his sons according to divine command.
The Death of Nadab and Abihu
Leviticus 10:1-7 · The tabernacle · 8 named
Nadab and Abihu died before the Lord after offering unauthorized fire, and Moses instructed Aaron and his remaining sons regarding mourning and their duties at the tabernacle.
The Twelve Spies
Numbers 13-14; Deuteronomy 1:19-46 · Kadesh · 31 named
Moses sent twelve leaders to scout Canaan from the wilderness of Paran, but the people rebelled after hearing the majority report, resulting in a forty-year period of wandering.
Korah's Rebellion
Numbers 16 · Wilderness camp · 5 named
Korah, Dathan, and Abiram led a rebellion against Moses and Aaron, resulting in a divine judgment where the earth consumed the rebels and fire consumed their followers.
Aaron's Staff Buds
Numbers 17 · The tabernacle · 2 named
Moses placed twelve rods in the tabernacle to end complaints, and Aaron's rod for the house of Levi budded, bloomed, and yielded almonds to confirm his chosen status.
Moses Strikes the Rock at Meribah
Numbers 20:1-13 · Kadesh · 3 named
Moses struck a rock twice with his staff to produce water for the complaining Israelites after the Lord commanded him to speak to the rock before their eyes.
The Death of Aaron
Numbers 20:22-29 · Mount Hor · 3 named
Following a command from the LORD, Moses brought Aaron and Eleazar up Mount Hor where Aaron died after his priestly garments were transferred to his son.
The Bronze Serpent
Numbers 21:4-9 · Wilderness road · 1 named
The Israelites spoke against God and Moses, leading to a plague of fiery serpents that God mitigated by instructing Moses to create a bronze serpent for healing the bitten people.
Balaam and the Donkey
Numbers 22-24 · Moab · 2 named
Balak, king of Moab, hires Balaam to curse the Israelites, but God intervenes through a speaking donkey and compels Balaam to deliver blessings instead of curses.
Phinehas at Peor
Numbers 25 · Shittim · 4 named
Phinehas executed an Israelite man and a Midianite woman at Shittim to halt a plague sent by God after the people committed harlotry with the daughters of Moab.
The Death of Moses
Deuteronomy 34 · Mount Nebo · 2 named
Moses climbed Mount Nebo to view the promised land, died at the age of one hundred and twenty years, and was buried by the Lord in a valley in the land of Moab.
Conquest and Judges
22 eventsRahab and the Spies
Joshua 2 · Jericho · 2 named
Joshua sends two spies to Jericho where they are hidden by Rahab and escape after promising to spare her and her household during the upcoming Israelite invasion.
Crossing the Jordan
Joshua 3-4 · The Jordan · 1 named
Joshua led the Israelites across the Jordan River on dry ground as the priests carrying the Ark of the Covenant stood in the riverbed until the entire nation had finished crossing.
The Fall of Jericho
Joshua 6 · Jericho · 2 named
The city of Jericho was captured by Israel after the priests and people circled the walls for seven days, causing the fortifications to collapse at the sound of a shout.
Achan's Sin and the Fall of Ai
Joshua 7-8 · Ai · 3 named
After Achan took forbidden items from Jericho, Israel suffered a defeat at Ai until Achan was executed, allowing Joshua to lead a successful military ambush to destroy the city.
The Gibeonite Deception
Joshua 9 · Gilgal · 1 named
The Gibeonites deceived Joshua and the leaders of Israel into making a peace treaty by pretending to be from a distant land using worn-out clothing and dry bread.
The Sun Stands Still at Gibeon
Joshua 10:1-15 · Gibeon · 2 named
Joshua led the Israelite army against a coalition of five kings at Gibeon, where the sun and moon remained stationary to allow for the complete defeat of the Amorites.
The Division of the Land
Joshua 13-21 · Shiloh · 2 named
Joshua and Eleazar apportioned the promised land among the remaining tribes of Israel by lot at Shiloh to fulfill the distribution of their inheritance.
Joshua's Farewell at Shechem
Joshua 24 · Shechem · 1 named
Joshua assembled all the tribes of Israel at Shechem to recount God's history with the nation and to renew their covenant commitment to serve the Lord alone.
Ehud and Eglon
Judges 3:12-30 · Jericho · 2 named
The left-handed Benjamite Ehud delivered a tribute to Eglon, king of Moab, then assassinated him in a private chamber before leading Israel to defeat the Moabite army.
Deborah and Barak Defeat Sisera
Judges 4-5 · Mount Tabor · 6 named
Deborah and Barak led Israelite forces from Mount Tabor to defeat the army of Sisera, after which Jael killed the fleeing commander in her tent.
Gideon's Three Hundred
Judges 6-8 · Valley of Jezreel · 4 named
Gideon leads a force of three hundred men to defeat the Midianite army using trumpets and jars before pursuing and executing the kings Zebah and Zalmunna.
Abimelech's Kingship at Shechem
Judges 9 · Shechem · 5 named
Abimelech killed his seventy brothers to become king at Shechem, leading to a conflict that resulted in his death and the city's destruction.
Jephthah's Vow
Judges 11 · Mizpah · 1 named
Jephthah made a vow to sacrifice the first thing that emerged from his house if victorious, resulting in the dedication or sacrifice of his only daughter after defeating Ammon.
The Birth of Samson
Judges 13 · Zorah · 2 named
An angel informs Manoah and his barren wife of the birth of a son who must live as a Nazirite to begin the deliverance of Israel from the Philistines.
Samson and Delilah
Judges 16 · Gaza · 2 named
Samson revealed the secret of his strength to Delilah, leading to his capture by Philistines and his eventual death while destroying a temple in Gaza.
Micah's Idol and the Danites
Judges 17-18 · Laish · 1 named
Micah establishes a private shrine with an idol and a Levite priest before the tribe of Dan seizes his religious items and the city of Laish to establish their own worship center.
The War with Benjamin
Judges 19-21 · Gibeah · 4 named
After a Levite's concubine was abused and killed in Gibeah, the tribes of Israel engaged in a civil war that nearly extinguished the tribe of Benjamin.
Naomi and Ruth Return to Bethlehem
Ruth 1 · Bethlehem · 5 named
Following the deaths of her husband and sons in Moab, Naomi returned to Bethlehem with her Moabite daughter-in-law Ruth at the beginning of the barley harvest.
Ruth Gleans in Boaz's Field
Ruth 2 · Bethlehem · 3 named
Ruth the Moabite sought permission to glean in the fields of Bethlehem and received protection and provisions from Boaz after he learned of her loyalty to her mother-in-law.
Boaz Redeems Ruth
Ruth 3-4 · Bethlehem · 11 named
Boaz agreed to serve as a kinsman-redeemer for Ruth the Moabite, purchasing the land of Elimelech and marrying Ruth to continue the family line in Bethlehem.
The Call of Samuel
1 Samuel 3 · Shiloh · 2 named
While Samuel served the Lord under Eli in Shiloh, the Lord called to him multiple times and revealed the coming judgment against the house of Eli.
The Ark Among the Philistines
1 Samuel 4-7 · Ashdod · 4 named
The Philistines captured the Ark of God during a battle against Israel, but returned it after suffering plagues while the Ark resided in their cities.
United Monarchy
28 eventsIsrael Demands a King
1 Samuel 8 · Ramah · 3 named
When Samuel grew old, the elders of Israel gathered at Ramah to demand he appoint a king to judge them because his sons did not walk in his ways.
Saul Anointed King
1 Samuel 9-10 · Mizpah · 3 named
Saul was privately anointed by Samuel and later publicly chosen as king by lot before the tribes of Israel at Mizpah according to the word of the Lord.
Saul's Unlawful Sacrifice at Gilgal
1 Samuel 13 · Gilgal · 3 named
Saul offers a burnt offering at Gilgal because Samuel is delayed and the Philistine army is gathering for battle, resulting in the loss of his dynasty.
Jonathan's Raid at Michmash
1 Samuel 14 · Michmash · 3 named
Jonathan and his armor-bearer initiated an assault against a Philistine garrison at Michmash, leading to a divine panic and a general Israelite pursuit of their enemies.
Saul Spares Agag
1 Samuel 15 · Gilgal · 3 named
Saul defeats the Amalekites but spares King Agag and the best livestock, leading to Samuel announcing God's rejection of Saul as king and the eventual execution of Agag.
David Anointed at Bethlehem
1 Samuel 16 · Bethlehem · 7 named
Samuel travels to Bethlehem under divine instruction to anoint David, the youngest son of Jesse, as the successor to King Saul while the spirit of the Lord departs from Saul.
David and Goliath
1 Samuel 17 · Valley of Elah · 7 named
David, a young shepherd, kills the Philistine champion Goliath with a sling and a stone in the Valley of Elah, leading to an Israelite victory over the Philistine army.
David Flees from Saul
1 Samuel 19-22 · Adullam · 9 named
Following multiple attempts on his life, David fled from Saul's presence and sought refuge in various locations including Ramah, Nob, Gath, and the cave of Adullam.
The Slaughter of the Priests at Nob
1 Samuel 22 · Nob · 5 named
Saul orders Doeg the Edomite to execute the priests of Nob after learning that Ahimelech provided assistance to David during his flight from the king.
David Spares Saul at En-gedi
1 Samuel 24 · En-gedi · 2 named
David finds Saul vulnerable in a cave at En-gedi but refuses to kill him, instead cutting a corner of his robe to prove his loyalty and innocence to the king.
David, Abigail, and Nabal
1 Samuel 25 · Carmel · 4 named
After Nabal refused to provide provisions to David's men, Abigail intervened with a gift to prevent David from seeking vengeance, leading to Nabal's death and her marriage to David.
Saul and the Medium at Endor
1 Samuel 28 · Endor · 2 named
Saul sought a woman with a familiar spirit at Endor to summon the deceased prophet Samuel after the LORD refused to answer him through dreams, Urim, or prophets.
The Death of Saul at Gilboa
1 Samuel 31; 1 Chronicles 10; 2 Samuel 1:1-16 · Mount Gilboa · 5 named
King Saul and his three sons died during a battle against the Philistines on Mount Gilboa after the Israelites fled from the conflict.
David Crowned King of Israel
2 Samuel 5:1-5; 1 Chronicles 11:1-3 · Hebron · 1 named
All the tribes of Israel gathered at Hebron to anoint David as their king, establishing a covenant before the LORD and uniting the kingdom under his forty-year rule.
The Capture of Jerusalem
2 Samuel 5:6-10; 1 Chronicles 11:4-9 · Jerusalem · 2 named
King David led his men to Jerusalem against the Jebusites, captured the stronghold of Zion, and took up residence in the city he renamed the City of David.
The Ark Brought to Jerusalem
2 Samuel 6; 1 Chronicles 13:1-14; 1 Chronicles 15:1-16:3; 1 Chronicles 16:43 · Jerusalem · 37 named
King David gathers thirty thousand chosen men to transport the ark of God from the house of Abinadab to Jerusalem amid music and ritual sacrifice.
The Davidic Covenant
2 Samuel 7; 1 Chronicles 17 · Jerusalem · 4 named
God establishes an everlasting covenant with David through the prophet Nathan, promising that David's offspring will build a house for God and his kingdom will endure forever.
David and Bathsheba
2 Samuel 11-12 · Jerusalem · 6 named
King David committed adultery with Bathsheba, arranged the death of her husband Uriah in battle, and was subsequently rebuked by the prophet Nathan for his actions.
Amnon and Tamar
2 Samuel 13 · Jerusalem · 6 named
Amnon uses a plan devised by Jonadab to force himself upon his half-sister Tamar, leading to her desolation and his eventual assassination by the orders of her brother Absalom.
Absalom's Rebellion
2 Samuel 15-18 · Jerusalem · 18 named
Absalom declared himself king in Hebron and seized Jerusalem, forcing David to flee until a decisive battle in the forest of Ephraim ended the rebellion with Absalom's death.
Sheba's Revolt
2 Samuel 20 · Abel Beth-maacah · 4 named
Following Absalom's death, Sheba son of Bichri led a revolt against King David, causing the men of Israel to desert the king until Sheba was besieged and killed at Abel Beth-maacah.
David's Census and the Plague
2 Samuel 24; 1 Chronicles 21 · Jerusalem · 4 named
King David commands a census of Israel and Judah, leading to divine judgment through a pestilence that is halted after David purchases Araunah's threshing floor for an altar.
Solomon Anointed King
1 Kings 1 · Gihon · 5 named
King David commands the anointing of Solomon to secure the throne after Adonijah attempts to establish himself as king without his father's knowledge.
Solomon Asks for Wisdom
1 Kings 3:1-15; 2 Chronicles 1:1-13 · Gibeon · 2 named
Solomon offers sacrifices at Gibeon and requests an understanding heart from God to discern between good and evil while judging the people of Israel.
The Judgment of Solomon
1 Kings 3:16-28 · Jerusalem
King Solomon resolves a maternity dispute between two women by ordering a child to be divided, identifying the true mother when she offers to surrender the infant to save its life.
The Building of the Temple
1 Kings 6-8; 2 Chronicles 3:1-7:10 · Jerusalem · 6 named
King Solomon constructed a temple for the Lord in Jerusalem, furnished its interior with gold and cedar, and dedicated the structure with sacrifices and a public prayer.
The Queen of Sheba Visits
1 Kings 10:1-13; 2 Chronicles 9:1-12 · Jerusalem · 1 named
The Queen of Sheba traveled to Jerusalem to test King Solomon with difficult questions and exchanged vast quantities of gold, spices, and precious stones for his royal bounty.
Solomon's Idolatry
1 Kings 11 · Jerusalem · 4 named
King Solomon turned his heart after other gods, prompting God to raise up adversaries and promise to rend the kingdom from his son, leaving only one tribe to the house of David.
Divided Monarchy
27 eventsThe Kingdom Divides
1 Kings 12:1-24; 2 Chronicles 10:1-19; 2 Chronicles 11:1-4 · Shechem · 4 named
Rehoboam rejects the petition of the northern tribes to lighten their labor, leading ten tribes to revolt and establish a separate kingdom under the leadership of Jeroboam.
Jeroboam's Golden Calves
1 Kings 12:25-33 · Bethel · 1 named
King Jeroboam established two golden calves in Bethel and Dan to prevent his subjects from traveling to Jerusalem to offer sacrifices, instituting a new religious system.
Shishak's Invasion
1 Kings 14:25-28; 2 Chronicles 12:1-12 · Jerusalem · 3 named
King Shishak of Egypt attacked Jerusalem during Rehoboam's fifth year and seized all the treasures from the temple and the royal palace, including King Solomon's gold shields.
Elijah and the Drought
1 Kings 17 · Zarephath · 4 named
Elijah the Tishbite announced a drought to King Ahab and subsequently survived by the brook Cherith and at the house of a widow in Zarephath through divine provision.
Elijah on Mount Carmel
1 Kings 18 · Mount Carmel · 5 named
Elijah challenged the prophets of Baal on Mount Carmel to demonstrate the power of God through fire, leading to the execution of the prophets and the end of a long drought.
Elijah at Horeb
1 Kings 19 · Horeb · 5 named
After fleeing Queen Jezebel, Elijah travels to Horeb where he witnesses manifestations of nature and receives divine instructions to anoint new leaders for Syria and Israel.
Naboth's Vineyard
1 Kings 21 · Jezreel · 4 named
King Ahab seized Naboth's vineyard after Queen Jezebel orchestrated Naboth's execution, leading to a divine decree of judgment against Ahab's house delivered by the prophet Elijah.
The Death of Ahab at Ramoth-gilead
1 Kings 22; 2 Chronicles 18 · Ramoth-gilead · 6 named
King Ahab of Israel is killed in battle against the Arameans at Ramoth-gilead after ignoring the prophecy of Micaiah despite disguising himself to avoid his predicted death.
Elijah Taken Up in the Whirlwind
2 Kings 2 · Beyond the Jordan · 2 named
Elijah was taken up to heaven by a whirlwind in a chariot of fire while Elisha watched and received a double portion of his spirit after they crossed the Jordan River.
Naaman Healed of Leprosy
2 Kings 5 · The Jordan · 3 named
Naaman, a commander of the army of Aram, travels to Israel and is healed of his leprosy after following the prophet Elisha's instructions to wash in the Jordan River seven times.
The Siege and Famine of Samaria
2 Kings 6:24-7:20 · Samaria · 4 named
King Ben-hadad of Aram besieged Samaria, causing a severe famine that ended after Elisha prophesied a sudden abundance and the Aramean army fled their camp in fear.
Jehu's Purge
2 Kings 9-10 · Jezreel · 11 named
Jehu was anointed king and executed Joram, Jezebel, Ahaziah, and the house of Ahab to eliminate Baal worship and the lineage of Ahab from the kingdom of Israel.
Athaliah and the Rescue of Joash
2 Kings 11; 2 Chronicles 22:10-23:21 · Jerusalem · 11 named
Athaliah usurps the throne of Judah by killing the royal seed, but Jehosheba hides the infant Joash until Jehoiada the priest later crowns him king and executes Athaliah.
The Call of Isaiah
Isaiah 6 · Jerusalem · 1 named
Isaiah sees the Lord in the temple during the year of King Uzziah's death and is commissioned to deliver a message of judgment to the people.
The Fall of Samaria
2 Kings 17 · Samaria · 2 named
King Shalmaneser of Assyria captured Samaria, imprisoned King Hoshea, and deported the Israelites to various Assyrian territories because of their persistent idolatry.
Hezekiah and Sennacherib
2 Kings 18-19; 2 Chronicles 32:1-23; Isaiah 36-37 · Jerusalem · 14 named
King Sennacherib of Assyria besieged Jerusalem during Hezekiah's reign, but an angel of the Lord struck the Assyrian camp, forcing a retreat after Isaiah prophesied deliverance.
Hezekiah's Illness and the Babylonian Envoys
2 Kings 20; 2 Chronicles 32:24-26; 2 Chronicles 32:31; Isaiah 38; Isaiah 39 · Jerusalem · 3 named
King Hezekiah recovers from a terminal illness through divine intervention and subsequently displays the treasures of Jerusalem to envoys sent by the king of Babylon.
Manasseh's Reign
2 Kings 21; 2 Chronicles 33:1-25 · Jerusalem · 2 named
Manasseh succeeded Hezekiah as King of Judah and established extensive idolatrous practices in Jerusalem before being succeeded by his son Amon.
Josiah's Reformation
2 Kings 22-23; 2 Chronicles 34:8-35:19 · Jerusalem · 27 named
King Josiah implemented comprehensive religious reforms throughout Judah and Israel after Hilkiah the high priest discovered the Book of the Law in the temple in Jerusalem.
The Death of Josiah at Megiddo
2 Kings 23:29-30; 2 Chronicles 35:20-27 · Megiddo · 3 named
King Josiah went to meet Pharaoh Neco at Megiddo, where Neco killed him, and Josiah's servants subsequently carried his body back to Jerusalem for burial.
Jonah and Nineveh
Jonah 1-4 · Nineveh · 1 named
The prophet Jonah attempts to flee from God's command to preach to Nineveh, eventually delivers the message, and expresses displeasure when the city repents and is spared.
The Call of Jeremiah
Jeremiah 1 · Anathoth · 2 named
Jeremiah is appointed as a prophet to the nations and receives visions of a boiling pot and an almond rod while being reassured by God of divine protection.
Jehoiakim Burns the Scroll
Jeremiah 36 · Jerusalem · 4 named
King Jehoiakim burns a scroll containing the prophecies of Jeremiah after it is read to him in his winter house while a fire burns in the brazier.
The First Deportation to Babylon
2 Kings 24:8-17; 2 Chronicles 36:9-10 · Jerusalem · 3 named
King Jehoiachin surrendered Jerusalem to Nebuchadnezzar, resulting in the deportation of the king, the royal family, and the city's inhabitants to Babylon.
Jeremiah in the Cistern
Jeremiah 38 · Jerusalem · 3 named
Jeremiah was cast into a miry cistern for prophesying Jerusalem's fall but was later extracted by Ebed-melech at the command of King Zedekiah during the Babylonian siege.
The Fall of Jerusalem
2 Kings 25; 2 Chronicles 36:17-21; Jeremiah 39:1-10; Jeremiah 52:4-34 · Jerusalem · 11 named
King Nebuchadnezzar of Babylon besieged Jerusalem, destroyed the temple, deported the population, and appointed Gedaliah as governor over the few remaining inhabitants of Judah.
The Murder of Gedaliah
Jeremiah 40-41; 2 Kings 25:22-26 · Mizpah · 4 named
Ishmael son of Nethaniah assassinated the governor Gedaliah at Mizpah and fled toward Ammon after being pursued by Johanan son of Kareah following the Babylonian destruction.
Exile and Return
17 eventsDaniel in the King's Court
Daniel 1 · Babylon · 7 named
King Nebuchadnezzar of Babylon took Daniel and three other Judean youths into his service, where they maintained their dietary laws and surpassed all others in wisdom.
Nebuchadnezzar's Dream of the Statue
Daniel 2 · Babylon · 3 named
King Nebuchadnezzar commands his wise men to reveal and interpret a forgotten dream, a task completed by Daniel through a divine vision.
The Fiery Furnace
Daniel 3 · Plain of Dura · 4 named
King Nebuchadnezzar commanded all officials to worship a golden image and cast three Jews who refused into a blazing furnace, where they were protected from harm by a divine figure.
Nebuchadnezzar's Madness
Daniel 4 · Babylon · 2 named
King Nebuchadnezzar underwent a period of mental transformation and exile from human society to live like a beast until he acknowledged the sovereignty of the Most High.
The Writing on the Wall
Daniel 5 · Babylon · 5 named
King Belshazzar saw a hand write on his palace wall during a feast and summoned Daniel to interpret the message foretelling the end of his kingdom.
Daniel in the Lions' Den
Daniel 6 · Babylon · 3 named
King Darius signed an irrevocable decree that resulted in Daniel being thrown into a den of lions for praying to God, but God sent an angel to shut the lions' mouths.
Ezekiel's Vision by the Chebar
Ezekiel 1-3 · The Chebar canal · 1 named
Ezekiel saw visions of God, four living creatures, and a mobile throne-chariot while dwelling among the exiles by the Chebar canal before being commissioned as a prophet.
The Valley of Dry Bones
Ezekiel 37:1-14
The hand of the LORD brought Ezekiel to a valley of dry bones and commanded him to prophesy so that the bones would come to life and represent the restoration of Israel.
The Decree of Cyrus
Ezra 1; 2 Chronicles 36:22-23 · Babylon · 4 named
King Cyrus of Persia issued a proclamation throughout his kingdom allowing the Jews to return to Jerusalem and rebuild the temple of the Lord.
The Altar and the Temple Foundation
Ezra 3 · Jerusalem · 2 named
The returned exiles gathered in Jerusalem to restore the altar for burnt offerings and laid the foundation of the second temple amid mixed reactions of joy and weeping.
The Temple Completed
Ezra 6 · Jerusalem · 3 named
Following a decree by Darius that confirmed the original mandate of Cyrus, the elders of the Jews completed the construction of the house of God in Jerusalem.
Esther Becomes Queen
Esther 1-2 · Susa · 28 named
King Xerxes deposed Queen Vashti for disobedience and later selected Esther, a Jewish orphan raised by Mordecai, to be the new queen of the Persian Empire in Susa.
Haman's Plot
Esther 3-5 · Susa · 4 named
King Xerxes promotes Haman, who plots to destroy all Jews in the Persian empire after Mordecai refuses to bow, prompting Esther to intervene at the risk of her own life.
The Feast of Purim
Esther 6-9 · Susa · 4 named
Following the exposure of Haman's plot and his execution, Queen Esther and Mordecai secured a royal decree allowing Jews to defend themselves, leading to the Feast of Purim.
Ezra's Return and Reform
Ezra 7-10 · Jerusalem · 3 named
Ezra leads a group of exiles to Jerusalem under royal decree to teach the law and address the issue of intermarriage between the Israelites and the surrounding peoples.
Nehemiah Rebuilds the Wall
Nehemiah 1-6 · Jerusalem · 5 named
Nehemiah receives permission from King Artaxerxes to return to Jerusalem, where he organizes the people to rebuild the city walls despite intense opposition from local officials.
The Reading of the Law at the Water Gate
Nehemiah 8 · Jerusalem · 2 named
Ezra the scribe read the Law of Moses to the assembled Israelites in Jerusalem, leading to a period of mourning, celebration, and the observance of the Festival of Tabernacles.
The Gospels
43 eventsThe Annunciation to Zechariah
Luke 1:5-25 · Jerusalem · 3 named
During the reign of Herod, the angel Gabriel appeared to the priest Zechariah in the temple to announce that his wife Elizabeth would bear a son named John.
The Annunciation to Mary
Luke 1:26-38 · Nazareth · 2 named
In the sixth month, the angel Gabriel appeared to a virgin named Mary in Nazareth to announce that she would conceive a son named Jesus by the power of the Holy Spirit.
Mary Visits Elizabeth
Luke 1:39-56 · Judea · 2 named
Mary traveled to the hill country of Judea to visit Elizabeth, who prophesied over her, leading Mary to offer a song of praise before returning home three months later.
The Birth of John the Baptist
Luke 1:57-80 · Judea · 3 named
Elizabeth gave birth to a son, and after Zechariah confirmed his name in writing, his speech was restored and he prophesied concerning the child and the coming of the Lord.
The Nativity
Luke 2:1-20 · Bethlehem · 3 named
During a census decreed by Caesar Augustus, Mary gave birth to her firstborn son in Bethlehem and placed him in a manger while shepherds visited after receiving an angelic message.
The Presentation in the Temple
Luke 2:22-38 · Jerusalem · 4 named
Joseph and Mary brought Jesus to the temple in Jerusalem to fulfill the Law, where he was recognized by Simeon and Anna as the promised consolation and redemption of Israel.
The Visit of the Magi
Matthew 2:1-12 · Bethlehem · 3 named
Magi from the east traveled to Jerusalem and Bethlehem to worship the newborn king of the Jews after seeing his star, bringing gifts and bypassing Herod the Great's request.
The Flight to Egypt and the Massacre of the Innocents
Matthew 2:13-23 · Egypt · 4 named
Following an angelic warning, Joseph leads his family to Egypt to escape King Herod, who then orders the execution of all male children in Bethlehem under two years of age.
Jesus in the Temple at Twelve
Luke 2:41-52 · Jerusalem · 1 named
During the Feast of the Passover in Jerusalem, the twelve-year-old Jesus remained in the temple to discuss matters with teachers while his parents searched for him.
The Preaching of John the Baptist
Matthew 3:1-12; Mark 1:1-8; Luke 3:1-18; John 1:19-28 · The Jordan · 1 named
John the Baptist appeared in the wilderness of Judea preaching repentance and baptizing people in the Jordan River while announcing the coming of one mightier than himself.
The Baptism of Jesus
Matthew 3:13-17; Mark 1:9-11; Luke 3:21-22; John 1:29-34 · The Jordan · 2 named
Jesus traveled from Galilee to the Jordan to be baptized by John, where a voice from heaven identified Him as the beloved Son.
The Temptation in the Wilderness
Matthew 4:1-11; Mark 1:12-13; Luke 4:1-13 · The wilderness · 1 named
After fasting forty days in the wilderness, Jesus was tempted by the devil to prove his sonship through miracles and worship, but he refused by quoting scripture.
The Wedding at Cana
John 2:1-11 · Cana · 1 named
Jesus transformed water into wine at a wedding in Cana of Galilee after his mother informed him that the supply had been exhausted.
The Cleansing of the Temple
John 2:13-22 · Jerusalem · 1 named
Jesus traveled to Jerusalem for the Passover, where he drove merchants and money changers out of the temple and spoke regarding the temple of his body.
Nicodemus Visits by Night
John 3:1-21 · Jerusalem · 2 named
Nicodemus, a Pharisee and ruler of the Jews, visits Jesus at night to discuss his signs and the necessity of being born again to see the kingdom of God.
The Woman at the Well
John 4:1-42 · Sychar · 1 named
Jesus traveled through Samaria, requested water from a local woman at a well in Sychar, and revealed his identity as the Messiah, leading many Samaritans to believe in him.
The Calling of the First Disciples
Matthew 4:18-22; Mark 1:16-20; Luke 5:1-11; John 1:35-51 · Sea of Galilee · 7 named
While walking by the Sea of Galilee, Jesus called two pairs of brothers who were fishermen to follow him, and they immediately left their nets and families to do so.
The Sermon on the Mount
Matthew 5-7 · Galilee · 1 named
Jesus ascends a mountain in Galilee to deliver an extensive teaching to his disciples and the gathered crowds regarding the law and the kingdom of heaven.
The Appointing of the Twelve
Mark 3:13-19; Matthew 10:1-4; Luke 6:12-16 · Galilee · 17 named
Jesus ascended a mountain to select and appoint twelve men as apostles to be with him, preach, and have authority to cast out demons.
The Stilling of the Storm
Mark 4:35-41; Matthew 8:23-27; Luke 8:22-25 · Sea of Galilee · 1 named
Jesus commanded a great windstorm to be still while crossing the sea in a boat with his disciples, resulting in a complete calm.
The Gerasene Demoniac
Mark 5:1-20; Matthew 8:28-34; Luke 8:26-39 · Gerasa · 1 named
Upon arriving in the region of the Gerasenes, Jesus encounters a man possessed by an unclean spirit, casts the demons into a herd of swine, and restores the man to his right mind.
Jairus's Daughter and the Bleeding Woman
Mark 5:21-43; Matthew 9:18-26; Luke 8:40-56 · Capernaum · 6 named
Jesus healed a woman with a chronic hemorrhage and subsequently raised the daughter of a synagogue leader named Jairus from death after traveling across the sea.
The Beheading of John the Baptist
Mark 6:14-29; Matthew 14:1-12; Luke 9:7-9 · Machaerus · 3 named
King Herod Antipas executed John the Baptist by beheading at the request of Herodias's daughter after promising her anything she desired following a dance at his birthday banquet.
The Feeding of the Five Thousand
Mark 6:30-44; Matthew 14:13-21; Luke 9:10-17; John 6:1-15 · Bethsaida · 4 named
Jesus multiplies five loaves and two fish to feed a crowd of five thousand men in a remote location after his apostles returned from their ministry.
Jesus Walks on Water
Matthew 14:22-33; Mark 6:45-52; John 6:16-21 · Sea of Galilee · 2 named
After Jesus compelled his disciples to cross the sea while he prayed alone, he walked on the water toward them and enabled Peter to do the same until Peter became afraid.
Peter's Confession at Caesarea Philippi
Matthew 16:13-20; Mark 8:27-30; Luke 9:18-21 · Caesarea Philippi · 2 named
Jesus questioned his disciples about his identity near Caesarea Philippi, leading Simon Peter to declare him the Christ, the Son of the living God.
The Transfiguration
Matthew 17:1-13; Mark 9:2-8; Luke 9:28-36 · A high mountain · 7 named
Jesus took three disciples up a high mountain where he was transfigured before them and spoke with Moses and Elijah until a voice from a bright cloud identified him as God's Son.
The Raising of Lazarus
John 11 · Bethany · 5 named
Jesus traveled to Bethany to restore Lazarus to life after he had been deceased and entombed for four days.
Zacchaeus in Jericho
Luke 19:1-10 · Jericho · 2 named
While Jesus was passing through Jericho, a wealthy tax collector named Zacchaeus climbed a tree to see him, leading to a meeting and a declaration of salvation for his house.
The Anointing at Bethany
John 12:1-8; Matthew 26:6-13; Mark 14:3-9 · Bethany · 6 named
Six days before the Passover, Jesus arrived in Bethany where he was given a supper and Mary anointed his feet with expensive perfume, prompting an objection from Judas Iscariot.
The Triumphal Entry
Matthew 21:1-11; Mark 11:1-11; Luke 19:28-40; John 12:12-19 · Jerusalem · 1 named
Jesus entered Jerusalem riding a donkey and a colt while crowds spread their cloaks and branches on the road, shouting hosanna to the Son of David as the city was moved.
The Last Supper
Luke 22:7-38; Matthew 26:17-30; Mark 14:12-26; John 13:1-30 · Jerusalem · 3 named
Jesus and his apostles shared a Passover meal where he instituted the New Covenant and addressed his impending betrayal and their future trials.
Gethsemane
Matthew 26:36-56; Mark 14:32-52; Luke 22:39-53; John 18:1-12 · Gethsemane · 3 named
Jesus prayed in Gethsemane while his disciples slept, after which he was arrested following a signal given by Judas Iscariot to a large crowd armed with swords and clubs.
Peter's Denial
Luke 22:54-62; Matthew 26:69-75; Mark 14:66-72; John 18:15-18; John 18:25-27 · Jerusalem · 2 named
After Jesus was seized and taken to the high priest's house, Simon Peter followed at a distance and denied knowing him three times before the rooster crowed.
Jesus Before the Sanhedrin
Matthew 26:57-68; Mark 14:53-65; Luke 22:63-71; John 18:13-14; John 18:19-24 · Jerusalem · 3 named
Jesus was taken to the high priest Caiaphas, where the Sanhedrin sought false testimony against him before declaring him worthy of death and physically assaulting him.
Jesus Before Pilate
John 18:28-19:16; Matthew 27:11-26; Mark 15:1-15; Luke 23:1-25 · Jerusalem · 5 named
Jesus was brought from Caiaphas to the Praetorium, where Pontius Pilate interrogated him, offered his release, and eventually delivered him to be crucified.
The Crucifixion
John 19:17-37; Matthew 27:32-56; Mark 15:21-41; Luke 23:26-49 · Golgotha · 7 named
Jesus was led to Golgotha where he was crucified between two others, fulfilled scripture through his death, and was pierced by a soldier to confirm his passing.
The Burial of Jesus
John 19:38-42; Matthew 27:57-61; Mark 15:42-47; Luke 23:50-56 · Jerusalem · 6 named
Following the crucifixion, Joseph of Arimathea and Nicodemus prepared the body of Jesus with spices and placed it in a new garden tomb located near the site of the execution.
The Resurrection
John 20:1-18; Matthew 28:1-10; Mark 16:1-8; Luke 24:1-12 · Jerusalem · 6 named
Mary Magdalene discovers the empty tomb, leading Peter and another disciple to investigate before she encounters the risen Jesus and announces his return to the disciples.
The Road to Emmaus
Luke 24:13-35 · Emmaus · 2 named
Two disciples traveling to the village of Emmaus encounter the resurrected Jesus, whom they do not recognize until he breaks bread with them after explaining the scriptures.
Thomas and the Wounds
John 20:24-29 · Jerusalem · 2 named
Thomas, who was absent during a prior appearance, sees the resurrected Jesus, observes his wounds, and declares his belief after Jesus offers physical proof in Jerusalem.
Breakfast by the Sea of Galilee
John 21 · Sea of Galilee · 5 named
Jesus appeared to seven disciples by the Sea of Tiberias, provided a miraculous catch of fish, and shared a morning meal on the shore with them.
The Great Commission
Matthew 28:16-20 · Galilee · 1 named
Jesus met the eleven disciples on a mountain in Galilee to declare his authority and command them to make disciples of all nations through baptism and teaching.
In Jerusalem
8 eventsThe Ascension
Acts 1:6-11; Luke 24:50-53 · Mount of Olives · 1 named
Jesus was lifted up into a cloud while his followers watched, after which two men in white apparel informed them that he would return in the same manner as he departed.
The Choosing of Matthias
Acts 1:12-26; Matthew 27:3-10 · Jerusalem · 15 named
Following the ascension of Jesus, the apostles and other believers gathered in Jerusalem to select a replacement for Judas Iscariot through prayer and the casting of lots.
Pentecost
Acts 2 · Jerusalem · 1 named
Followers of Jesus gathered in Jerusalem were filled with the Holy Spirit and began speaking in tongues before Peter addressed the crowd regarding the fulfillment of prophecy.
The Healing at the Beautiful Gate
Acts 3 · Jerusalem · 2 named
Peter and John encounter a man lame from birth at the temple gate called Beautiful, where Peter commands him to rise and walk in the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth.
Ananias and Sapphira
Acts 5:1-11 · Jerusalem · 3 named
A man and his wife sold a possession but withheld part of the proceeds and died after Simon Peter confronted them for lying to the Holy Spirit.
The Apostles Before the Sanhedrin
Acts 5:17-42 · Jerusalem · 2 named
The High Priest and Sadducees imprisoned the apostles, but an angel released them to preach before they were recaptured and brought to trial before the Sanhedrin council.
The Choosing of the Seven
Acts 6:1-7 · Jerusalem · 7 named
Seven men are appointed by the apostles to manage the daily distribution of food to widows after complaints arise within the growing community of disciples in Jerusalem.
The Martyrdom of Stephen
Acts 6:8-7:60 · Jerusalem · 2 named
Stephen, a man full of grace and power, performed wonders in Jerusalem before being accused of blasphemy and stoned to death by a council after delivering a historical discourse.
In All Judea and Samaria
7 eventsPhilip and Simon the Sorcerer in Samaria
Acts 8:4-25 · Samaria · 4 named
Philip preaches in Samaria, where many are baptized and Simon the sorcerer professes faith, leading Peter and John to pray for the Samaritans to receive the Holy Spirit.
Philip and the Ethiopian Eunuch
Acts 8:26-40 · The Gaza road · 1 named
An angel directed Philip to a desert road where he explained the scripture to an Ethiopian official, baptized him, and was then carried away by the Spirit to Azotus.
The Road to Damascus
Acts 9:1-19; Acts 22:6-16; Acts 26:12-18 · Damascus · 3 named
Saul journeyed to Damascus to imprison believers but was blinded by a heavenly light and converted to Christ after a direct encounter and the ministry of Ananias.
Peter Raises Tabitha
Acts 9:36-43 · Joppa · 2 named
In Joppa, Simon Peter arrived at the home of a deceased disciple named Tabitha and restored her to life through prayer.
Cornelius and Peter's Vision
Acts 10; Acts 11:1-18 · Caesarea · 4 named
Cornelius receives a divine visitation and Simon Peter experiences a symbolic vision, leading to the preaching of the gospel to Gentiles and their receipt of the Holy Spirit.
The Church at Antioch
Acts 11:19-30 · Antioch · 3 named
Believers scattered by persecution traveled to Antioch, where a significant number of Greeks believed and the church grew under the leadership of Barnabas and Saul.
The Death of James and Peter's Escape
Acts 12 · Jerusalem · 3 named
King Herod executes James the brother of John and imprisons Peter, who is later released from jail by an angel while the church prays for him.
To the Ends of the Earth
15 eventsElymas Struck Blind on Cyprus
Acts 13:4-12 · Paphos · 5 named
While preaching in Paphos, Paul rebukes a sorcerer named Elymas who tried to turn a proconsul from the faith, resulting in the sorcerer being struck with temporary blindness.
Paul Stoned at Lystra
Acts 14:8-20 · Lystra · 2 named
After Paul heals a man and is nearly worshiped, Jews from Antioch and Iconium incite a crowd to stone Paul and leave him for dead outside Lystra before he returns to the city.
The Jerusalem Council
Acts 15:1-35; Galatians 2:1-10 · Jerusalem · 7 named
Believers in Jerusalem met with Paul and Barnabas to determine if Gentile converts were required to be circumcised and follow the law of Moses to be saved.
Paul and Barnabas Part over Mark
Acts 15:36-41 · Antioch · 4 named
After a sharp disagreement regarding John Mark, Paul and Barnabas separated into two groups to visit the churches they had previously established during their travels.
The Macedonian Call
Acts 16:6-10 · Troas · 1 named
Paul and his companions traveled to Troas after being redirected by the Holy Spirit and received a vision calling them to preach the gospel in Macedonia.
Lydia's Conversion at Philippi
Acts 16:11-15 · Philippi · 2 named
Paul and his companions traveled to Philippi, where they spoke to women by a river, resulting in the conversion and baptism of Lydia and her household.
The Philippian Jailer
Acts 16:16-40 · Philippi · 2 named
After Paul and Silas were imprisoned in Philippi, an earthquake opened the prison doors, leading to the conversion and baptism of the jailer and his entire household.
Paul at the Areopagus
Acts 17:16-34 · Athens · 3 named
Paul delivered a speech regarding an Unknown God to the Areopagus in Athens, resulting in some listeners mocking him while others became believers.
Paul in Corinth Before Gallio
Acts 18 · Corinth · 7 named
Paul preached in Corinth, faced a legal challenge before the proconsul Gallio, and traveled to Syria while Apollos arrived in Achaia to continue the ministry.
The Riot at Ephesus
Acts 19:23-41 · Ephesus · 5 named
A silversmith named Demetrius incited a riot in Ephesus against Paul's teachings, leading to a chaotic assembly in the theater that was eventually dismissed by the town clerk.
Eutychus Falls from the Window
Acts 20:7-12 · Troas · 2 named
During Paul's prolonged discourse in Troas, a young man named Eutychus fell from a third-story window while asleep, was picked up dead, and was later found alive by the group.
Paul's Arrest in the Temple
Acts 21:27-36 · Jerusalem · 2 named
Jews from Asia incited a crowd in Jerusalem to seize Paul in the temple, leading to his violent removal and subsequent arrest by a Roman commander and his soldiers.
Paul Before Felix, Festus, and Agrippa
Acts 24-26 · Caesarea · 7 named
Following his arrest, Paul undergoes legal hearings in Caesarea before the Roman governors Felix and Festus and King Agrippa II, eventually appealing his case to Caesar.
Paul's Shipwreck on Malta
Acts 27-28:10 · Malta · 4 named
During a voyage to Rome, Paul and his companions survived a violent storm and shipwreck, eventually reaching the island of Malta where Paul performed several miraculous healings.
Paul Under House Arrest in Rome
Acts 28:16-31 · Rome · 1 named
Upon arriving in Rome, Paul lived under guard in his own rented house where he preached the kingdom of God and taught about Jesus Christ to all who visited him for two years.
Revelation
8 eventsThe Vision on Patmos
Revelation 1 · Patmos · 2 named
John receives a divine revelation on the island of Patmos and is commanded to record a vision of the glorified Jesus to be sent to seven specific churches in the province of Asia.
The Letters to the Seven Churches
Revelation 2-3 · Asia · 5 named
Jesus dictates specific messages to John for the seven churches in Asia, offering commendations, rebukes, and promises to those who overcome.
The Throne and the Lamb
Revelation 4-5 · Heaven · 2 named
John observes the heavenly throne room where a sealed scroll is presented and the Lamb who was slain appears to take and open it amidst worship from all creatures.
The Seven Seals
Revelation 6-8:1 · Heaven · 2 named
The Lamb opens seven seals of a scroll in heaven, initiating successive judgments, cosmic disturbances, and a period of silence before the throne of God.
The Woman and the Dragon
Revelation 12 · Heaven · 1 named
A woman clothed with the sun gives birth to a son while a great red dragon attempts to devour the child before being cast out of heaven by Michael and his angels.
The Marriage Supper of the Lamb
Revelation 19:1-10 · Heaven · 2 named
Following the judgment of the great prostitute, a great multitude in heaven announces that the marriage of the Lamb has come and his bride has made herself ready.
The Great White Throne
Revelation 20:11-15 · 2 named
John observes a great white throne where the dead are judged by God according to their deeds recorded in books, resulting in those not in the Book of Life entering the lake of fire.
The New Jerusalem
Revelation 21-22 · The new Jerusalem · 2 named
John observes the holy city descending from heaven as the dwelling place of God, characterized by divine light and the absence of death, sorrow, and pain.