Pisidia Summary
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Pisidia was a mountainous region in Asia Minor where Paul and Barnabas preached the gospel during their first missionary journey.
Pisidia
PlaceA region in Asia Minor visited by Paul
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Pisidia Article
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Pisidia was an ancient region located in the central part of Asia Minor (modern-day Turkey), north of Pamphylia and Lycia. It is mentioned in the New Testament in connection with Paul's first missionary journey (Act.13.14; 14:24). Paul and Barnabas traveled to Antioch in Pisidia, where they preached in the synagogue on the Sabbath (Act.13.14-41). Many Jews and devout converts to Judaism followed Paul and Barnabas, but the jealous Jewish leaders stirred up persecution against them, forcing them to leave the city (Act.13.42-52). Despite the opposition, the word of the Lord spread throughout the whole region (Act.13.49). On their return journey, Paul and Barnabas passed through Pisidia again, strengthening the disciples and encouraging them to remain faithful (Act.14.21-23). The mention of Pisidia in the book of Acts highlights the spread of the gospel in Asia Minor and the challenges faced by early Christian missionaries.
Pisidia Dictionary
Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897)
A district in Asia Minor, to the north of Pamphylia. The Taurus range of mountains extends through it. Antioch, one of its chief cities, was twice visited by Paul (Acts 13:14; 14:21-24).
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