Eliezer of Damascus is named
Genesis 15:2Abram speaks of the steward of his house.
Places of Scripture · Syria
Damascus
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Damascus appears in patriarchal geography, the wars and diplomacy of the kings, and the conversion and early witness of Saul. Jesus appeared to Saul as he came near the city.
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Elijah receives instructions concerning Syria
1 Kings 19:15–18The LORD sends Elijah toward the wilderness of Damascus.
Jesus appears to Saul near Damascus
Acts 9:1–19Saul enters the city blind and is visited by Ananias.
Saul preaches Christ
Acts 9:20–25The former persecutor preaches in the synagogues.
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