Ephesus in Paul’s Day: Artist’s Reconstruction
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Walk Through the Ephesus Paul Knew
This artist’s reconstruction shows Ephesus as it may have looked when Paul lived and taught there. Ships entered the ancient harbor, merchants filled the marketplace, crowds gathered for public games, and thousands could pack the Great Theatre. The illustrated city includes the harbor, Harbor Street, Commercial Agora, stadium, Great Theatre, and Odeon. It gives Bible readers a close-up view of one of the most important cities in Paul’s ministry.
Description
Ephesus in Paul’s Day: A Harbor City Full of Trade, Temples, and Trouble
Imagine arriving in Ephesus by ship during the middle of the first century.
After sailing through the harbor channel, travelers entered a busy port filled with ships, warehouses, merchants, laborers, and cargo from across the Roman Empire. From the harbor, a broad avenue known as Harbor Street led directly toward the enormous Great Theatre.
This was the Ephesus Paul knew.
A City That Could Influence an Empire
Ephesus was one of the largest and most important cities in the Roman province of Asia. Its harbor connected the city with the wider Mediterranean world. Its streets, markets, government buildings, stadium, and theaters drew people from throughout the region.
That made Ephesus an ideal place for Paul to teach about Jesus. From here, the message spread into cities and villages across western Asia Minor.
The Riot Comes Into View
Paul’s teaching eventually threatened businesses connected with the worship of Artemis. An angry crowd swept into the Great Theatre, shouting in support of their goddess.
This reconstruction helps readers follow that story in Acts 19. They can see the harbor, walk visually along Harbor Street, find the marketplace, and locate the theater where the city erupted in protest.
About This Reconstruction
The major landmarks and their relationships are based on the known geography and archaeological plan of Ephesus. Individual houses and smaller buildings are artistic interpretations of how the city may have appeared around AD 55.
Locations and landmarks shown:
Ephesus, ancient harbor, harbor channel, Harbor Street, Arcadian Way, Great Theatre, stadium, Commercial Agora, Odeon, council hall, Panayır Hill, Mount Pion, Bülbül Hill, Mount Koressos, Asia Minor
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