Omri builds Samaria
1 Kings 16:23–28Samaria becomes the northern royal capital.
Places of Scripture · Central Israel
Samaria
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Samaria may describe the northern capital or the wider region. It connects the dynasty of Omri, prophetic ministries, Assyrian captivity, Jesus’ ministry, and the spread of the gospel in Acts.
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Samaria falls to Assyria
2 Kings 17:1–6The siege ends and Israel is carried away.
Jesus passes through Samaria
John 4:1–42Many Samaritans believe through the woman’s testimony and Jesus’ word.
Philip preaches Christ
Acts 8:4–25There is great joy in the city as the gospel spreads.
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