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Timeline

From Creation to the early Church — tap any event to step inside it.

54 events

  1. EdenIn the beginning · Beginnings

    • Location

      Eden

    • Key figures

      Adam, Eve

    • What happened

      God speaks the heavens, earth and life into being and forms Adam and Eve.

    • Why it matters

      Every person bears God's image and the world is His good gift.

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  2. Mountains of AraratPrimeval era · Beginnings

    • Location

      Mountains of Ararat

    • Key figures

      Noah, Shem

    • What happened

      Noah builds the ark, survives the flood, and receives the rainbow covenant.

    • Why it matters

      God judges evil yet preserves a people and keeps His promises.

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  3. Canaanc. 2000 BC · Patriarchs

    • Location

      Canaan

    • Key figures

      Abraham, Sarah

    • What happened

      God calls Abram from Ur and promises land, descendants and blessing to all nations.

    • Why it matters

      The start of the family through whom God planned to bless the world.

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  4. Peniel, Jabbok riverc. 1900 BC · Patriarchs

    • Location

      Peniel, Jabbok river

    • Key figures

      Jacob, Leah, Rachel

    • What happened

      Jacob wrestles through the night, is renamed Israel, and reconciles with his brother.

    • Why it matters

      A picture of grace and forgiveness after years of rivalry.

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  5. Red Seac. 1446 BC · Exodus

    • Location

      Red Sea

    • Key figures

      Moses, Miriam, Aaron

    • What happened

      God parts the sea and Israel walks through on dry ground, escaping Pharaoh's army.

    • Why it matters

      The defining rescue of the Old Testament — God saves His people.

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  6. Mount Sinaic. 1446 BC · Exodus

    • Location

      Mount Sinai

    • Key figures

      Moses, Aaron

    • What happened

      God gives His law to Moses on the mountain.

    • Why it matters

      Shows how a rescued people are called to live.

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  7. BethlehemDays of the Judges · Judges

    • Location

      Bethlehem

    • Key figures

      Ruth, Boaz

    • What happened

      A Moabite widow stays loyal to Naomi and is redeemed by Boaz.

    • Why it matters

      Ruth becomes great-grandmother of King David.

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  8. Valley of Elahc. 1025 BC · United Monarchy

    • Location

      Valley of Elah

    • Key figures

      King David, King Saul, Jonathan

    • What happened

      A shepherd boy defeats the Philistine giant with a sling and a stone.

    • Why it matters

      Victory comes from trusting God, not from size or armour.

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  9. Jerusalemc. 960 BC · United Monarchy

    • Location

      Jerusalem

    • Key figures

      Solomon

    • What happened

      Solomon dedicates the Temple and God's glory fills it.

    • Why it matters

      A permanent place where God dwells among His people.

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  10. Mount Carmelc. 860 BC · Divided Kingdom

    • Location

      Mount Carmel

    • Key figures

      Elijah

    • What happened

      Fire falls from heaven on Elijah's altar before the prophets of Baal.

    • Why it matters

      The LORD alone is God.

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  11. Temple, Jerusalemc. 740 BC · Divided Kingdom

    • Location

      Temple, Jerusalem

    • Key figures

      Isaiah

    • What happened

      Isaiah sees the Lord high and lifted up and answers, “Here am I; send me.”

    • Why it matters

      God cleanses and sends ordinary people.

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  12. Babylonc. 605 – 539 BC · Exile

    • Location

      Babylon

    • Key figures

      Daniel

    • What happened

      Daniel keeps praying despite the king's decree and is spared in the lions' den.

    • Why it matters

      Faithfulness in a foreign culture.

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  13. Shushan, Persiac. 480 BC · Exile

    • Location

      Shushan, Persia

    • Key figures

      Esther

    • What happened

      Queen Esther risks her life to stop Haman's plot.

    • Why it matters

      God works through courage even when unseen.

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  14. Jerusalemc. 445 BC · Return

    • Location

      Jerusalem

    • Key figures

      Nehemiah

    • What happened

      Nehemiah leads the returned exiles to rebuild the walls in 52 days.

    • Why it matters

      Prayer and hard work restore a broken city.

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  15. Bethlehemc. 5 BC · Life of Christ

    • Location

      Bethlehem

    • Key figures

      Jesus, Mary, Joseph of Nazareth

    • What happened

      Jesus is born in Bethlehem and laid in a manger.

    • Why it matters

      God becomes man to save His people.

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  16. Canac. AD 27 – 30 · Miracles of Jesus Miracle

    • Location

      Cana

    • Key figures

      Jesus, Mary

    • What happened

      At a wedding, Jesus turns water jars into the best wine.

    • Why it matters

      Shows Jesus' power and compassion — signs “that ye might believe” (John 20:31).

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  17. Cana / Capernaumc. AD 27 – 30 · Miracles of Jesus Miracle

    • Location

      Cana / Capernaum

    • Key figures

      Jesus

    • What happened

      Jesus heals a dying boy from miles away with a word.

    • Why it matters

      Shows Jesus' power and compassion — signs “that ye might believe” (John 20:31).

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  18. Sea of Galileec. AD 27 – 30 · Miracles of Jesus Miracle

    • Location

      Sea of Galilee

    • Key figures

      Jesus, Simon Peter, James, John

    • What happened

      Nets break with fish; Peter leaves everything to follow.

    • Why it matters

      Shows Jesus' power and compassion — signs “that ye might believe” (John 20:31).

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  19. Capernaumc. AD 27 – 30 · Miracles of Jesus Miracle

    • Location

      Capernaum

    • Key figures

      Jesus

    • What happened

      Jesus commands an unclean spirit and it obeys.

    • Why it matters

      Shows Jesus' power and compassion — signs “that ye might believe” (John 20:31).

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  20. Capernaumc. AD 27 – 30 · Miracles of Jesus Miracle

    • Location

      Capernaum

    • Key figures

      Jesus, Simon Peter

    • What happened

      Jesus takes her hand and the fever leaves.

    • Why it matters

      Shows Jesus' power and compassion — signs “that ye might believe” (John 20:31).

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  21. Galileec. AD 27 – 30 · Miracles of Jesus Miracle

    • Location

      Galilee

    • Key figures

      Jesus

    • What happened

      Jesus touches the untouchable and he is made clean.

    • Why it matters

      Shows Jesus' power and compassion — signs “that ye might believe” (John 20:31).

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  22. Capernaumc. AD 27 – 30 · Miracles of Jesus Miracle

    • Location

      Capernaum

    • Key figures

      Jesus

    • What happened

      Friends dig through a roof; Jesus forgives and heals.

    • Why it matters

      Shows Jesus' power and compassion — signs “that ye might believe” (John 20:31).

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  23. Jerusalemc. AD 27 – 30 · Miracles of Jesus Miracle

    • Location

      Jerusalem

    • Key figures

      Jesus

    • What happened

      A man ill 38 years walks at Jesus' command.

    • Why it matters

      Shows Jesus' power and compassion — signs “that ye might believe” (John 20:31).

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  24. Galilee synagoguec. AD 27 – 30 · Miracles of Jesus Miracle

    • Location

      Galilee synagogue

    • Key figures

      Jesus

    • What happened

      Jesus heals on the Sabbath before His critics.

    • Why it matters

      Shows Jesus' power and compassion — signs “that ye might believe” (John 20:31).

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  25. Capernaumc. AD 27 – 30 · Miracles of Jesus Miracle

    • Location

      Capernaum

    • Key figures

      Jesus

    • What happened

      A Roman's faith amazes Jesus.

    • Why it matters

      Shows Jesus' power and compassion — signs “that ye might believe” (John 20:31).

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  26. Nainc. AD 27 – 30 · Miracles of Jesus Miracle

    • Location

      Nain

    • Key figures

      Jesus

    • What happened

      Jesus stops a funeral and gives a son back to his mother.

    • Why it matters

      Shows Jesus' power and compassion — signs “that ye might believe” (John 20:31).

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  27. Sea of Galileec. AD 27 – 30 · Miracles of Jesus Miracle

    • Location

      Sea of Galilee

    • Key figures

      Jesus, Simon Peter, James, John

    • What happened

      “Peace, be still” — the wind and waves obey.

    • Why it matters

      Shows Jesus' power and compassion — signs “that ye might believe” (John 20:31).

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  28. Gadarac. AD 27 – 30 · Miracles of Jesus Miracle

    • Location

      Gadara

    • Key figures

      Jesus

    • What happened

      A tormented man is freed and sent home to tell.

    • Why it matters

      Shows Jesus' power and compassion — signs “that ye might believe” (John 20:31).

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  29. Galileec. AD 27 – 30 · Miracles of Jesus Miracle

    • Location

      Galilee

    • Key figures

      Jesus

    • What happened

      She touches His garment and is healed by faith.

    • Why it matters

      Shows Jesus' power and compassion — signs “that ye might believe” (John 20:31).

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  30. Capernaumc. AD 27 – 30 · Miracles of Jesus Miracle

    • Location

      Capernaum

    • Key figures

      Jesus, Simon Peter, James, John

    • What happened

      “Talitha cumi” — a girl rises from death.

    • Why it matters

      Shows Jesus' power and compassion — signs “that ye might believe” (John 20:31).

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  31. Galileec. AD 27 – 30 · Miracles of Jesus Miracle

    • Location

      Galilee

    • Key figures

      Jesus

    • What happened

      Their eyes open according to their faith.

    • Why it matters

      Shows Jesus' power and compassion — signs “that ye might believe” (John 20:31).

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  32. Galileec. AD 27 – 30 · Miracles of Jesus Miracle

    • Location

      Galilee

    • Key figures

      Jesus

    • What happened

      A demon is cast out and the man speaks.

    • Why it matters

      Shows Jesus' power and compassion — signs “that ye might believe” (John 20:31).

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  33. Near Bethsaidac. AD 27 – 30 · Miracles of Jesus Miracle

    • Location

      Near Bethsaida

    • Key figures

      Jesus, Simon Peter

    • What happened

      Five loaves and two fish feed a crowd, with twelve baskets left.

    • Why it matters

      Shows Jesus' power and compassion — signs “that ye might believe” (John 20:31).

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  34. Sea of Galileec. AD 27 – 30 · Miracles of Jesus Miracle

    • Location

      Sea of Galilee

    • Key figures

      Jesus, Simon Peter

    • What happened

      Jesus walks on the sea; Peter steps out too.

    • Why it matters

      Shows Jesus' power and compassion — signs “that ye might believe” (John 20:31).

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  35. Region of Tyrec. AD 27 – 30 · Miracles of Jesus Miracle

    • Location

      Region of Tyre

    • Key figures

      Jesus

    • What happened

      A Gentile mother's persistence is rewarded.

    • Why it matters

      Shows Jesus' power and compassion — signs “that ye might believe” (John 20:31).

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  36. Decapolisc. AD 27 – 30 · Miracles of Jesus Miracle

    • Location

      Decapolis

    • Key figures

      Jesus

    • What happened

      “Ephphatha” — ears open and tongue is loosed.

    • Why it matters

      Shows Jesus' power and compassion — signs “that ye might believe” (John 20:31).

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  37. Decapolisc. AD 27 – 30 · Miracles of Jesus Miracle

    • Location

      Decapolis

    • Key figures

      Jesus

    • What happened

      Seven loaves feed thousands after three days.

    • Why it matters

      Shows Jesus' power and compassion — signs “that ye might believe” (John 20:31).

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  38. Bethsaidac. AD 27 – 30 · Miracles of Jesus Miracle

    • Location

      Bethsaida

    • Key figures

      Jesus

    • What happened

      Sight restored in two stages.

    • Why it matters

      Shows Jesus' power and compassion — signs “that ye might believe” (John 20:31).

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  39. Below the mountc. AD 27 – 30 · Miracles of Jesus Miracle

    • Location

      Below the mount

    • Key figures

      Jesus

    • What happened

      “Lord, I believe; help thou mine unbelief.”

    • Why it matters

      Shows Jesus' power and compassion — signs “that ye might believe” (John 20:31).

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  40. Capernaumc. AD 27 – 30 · Miracles of Jesus Miracle

    • Location

      Capernaum

    • Key figures

      Jesus, Simon Peter

    • What happened

      Peter finds the temple tax in a fish.

    • Why it matters

      Shows Jesus' power and compassion — signs “that ye might believe” (John 20:31).

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  41. Jerusalemc. AD 27 – 30 · Miracles of Jesus Miracle

    • Location

      Jerusalem

    • Key figures

      Jesus

    • What happened

      “Whereas I was blind, now I see.”

    • Why it matters

      Shows Jesus' power and compassion — signs “that ye might believe” (John 20:31).

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  42. Synagoguec. AD 27 – 30 · Miracles of Jesus Miracle

    • Location

      Synagogue

    • Key figures

      Jesus

    • What happened

      She stands straight and glorifies God.

    • Why it matters

      Shows Jesus' power and compassion — signs “that ye might believe” (John 20:31).

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  43. Pharisee's housec. AD 27 – 30 · Miracles of Jesus Miracle

    • Location

      Pharisee's house

    • Key figures

      Jesus

    • What happened

      Healed on the Sabbath at dinner.

    • Why it matters

      Shows Jesus' power and compassion — signs “that ye might believe” (John 20:31).

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  44. Bethanyc. AD 27 – 30 · Miracles of Jesus Miracle

    • Location

      Bethany

    • Key figures

      Jesus, Lazarus, Martha

    • What happened

      Four days dead, Lazarus walks out of the tomb.

    • Why it matters

      Shows Jesus' power and compassion — signs “that ye might believe” (John 20:31).

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  45. Samaria & Galilee borderc. AD 27 – 30 · Miracles of Jesus Miracle

    • Location

      Samaria & Galilee border

    • Key figures

      Jesus

    • What happened

      Ten healed — one returns to give thanks.

    • Why it matters

      Shows Jesus' power and compassion — signs “that ye might believe” (John 20:31).

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  46. Jerichoc. AD 27 – 30 · Miracles of Jesus Miracle

    • Location

      Jericho

    • Key figures

      Jesus

    • What happened

      A blind beggar's cry is answered.

    • Why it matters

      Shows Jesus' power and compassion — signs “that ye might believe” (John 20:31).

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  47. Near Jerusalemc. AD 27 – 30 · Miracles of Jesus Miracle

    • Location

      Near Jerusalem

    • Key figures

      Jesus

    • What happened

      A lesson on faith and fruitfulness.

    • Why it matters

      Shows Jesus' power and compassion — signs “that ye might believe” (John 20:31).

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  48. Gethsemanec. AD 27 – 30 · Miracles of Jesus Miracle

    • Location

      Gethsemane

    • Key figures

      Jesus, Simon Peter

    • What happened

      Jesus heals a servant on the night of His arrest.

    • Why it matters

      Shows Jesus' power and compassion — signs “that ye might believe” (John 20:31).

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  49. Sea of Tiberiasc. AD 27 – 30 · Miracles of Jesus Miracle

    • Location

      Sea of Tiberias

    • Key figures

      Jesus, Simon Peter, John

    • What happened

      The risen Jesus fills the nets with 153 fish.

    • Why it matters

      Shows Jesus' power and compassion — signs “that ye might believe” (John 20:31).

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  50. High mountainc. AD 27 – 30 · Miracles of Jesus Miracle

    • Location

      High mountain

    • Key figures

      Jesus, Simon Peter, James, John, Moses, Elijah

    • What happened

      Jesus shines with glory beside Moses and Elijah.

    • Why it matters

      Shows Jesus' power and compassion — signs “that ye might believe” (John 20:31).

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  51. Garden tomb, Jerusalemc. AD 27 – 30 · Miracles of Jesus Miracle

    • Location

      Garden tomb, Jerusalem

    • Key figures

      Jesus, Mary

    • What happened

      The tomb is empty — He is risen.

    • Why it matters

      Shows Jesus' power and compassion — signs “that ye might believe” (John 20:31).

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  52. Mount of Olivesc. AD 27 – 30 · Miracles of Jesus Miracle

    • Location

      Mount of Olives

    • Key figures

      Jesus, Simon Peter, John

    • What happened

      Jesus is taken up into heaven before His disciples.

    • Why it matters

      Shows Jesus' power and compassion — signs “that ye might believe” (John 20:31).

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  53. Jerusalemc. AD 30 · Early Church

    • Location

      Jerusalem

    • Key figures

      Simon Peter, John, James

    • What happened

      The Holy Spirit comes; Peter preaches and 3,000 believe.

    • Why it matters

      The birth of the Church.

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  54. Mediterranean worldc. AD 46 – 57 · Early Church

    • Location

      Mediterranean world

    • Key figures

      Apostle Paul, Barnabas, Timothy, Eunice

    • What happened

      Paul and companions plant churches across Asia Minor and Greece.

    • Why it matters

      The gospel spreads to the Gentile world.

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