Bethany: Jesus Sojourns At
Jump to: Nave'sLibrarySubtopicsTerms
Topical Encyclopedia
Bethany, a small village located on the eastern slope of the Mount of Olives, holds significant importance in the New Testament as a place where Jesus frequently visited and performed notable miracles. The village is approximately two miles from Jerusalem, making it a convenient location for Jesus during His ministry in Judea.

Biblical References and Events

1. Home of Mary, Martha, and Lazarus: Bethany is most famously known as the home of Mary, Martha, and their brother Lazarus. This family was dear to Jesus, and He often stayed with them during His visits to Jerusalem. The Gospel of John records the profound miracle of Jesus raising Lazarus from the dead in Bethany, an event that demonstrated His power over life and death and foreshadowed His own resurrection. John 11:1-44 details this miracle, highlighting Jesus' compassion and divine authority.

2. Anointing of Jesus: Bethany is also the setting for the anointing of Jesus by Mary, an act of devotion and preparation for His impending death and burial. In John 12:1-8, Mary anoints Jesus' feet with expensive perfume, wiping them with her hair. This act is met with criticism by Judas Iscariot, but Jesus defends Mary, saying, "Leave her alone; she has kept this perfume in preparation for the day of My burial" (John 12:7).

3. Triumphal Entry: Before His triumphal entry into Jerusalem, Jesus stayed in Bethany. Mark 11:1-11 describes how Jesus sent two of His disciples to find a colt in the village, which He would ride into Jerusalem, fulfilling the prophecy of Zechariah 9:9. This event marks the beginning of the Passion Week, leading to His crucifixion and resurrection.

4. Cursing of the Fig Tree: On His way from Bethany to Jerusalem, Jesus cursed a barren fig tree, symbolizing the spiritual barrenness of Israel. Mark 11:12-14 recounts this event, which serves as a lesson on faith and the importance of bearing spiritual fruit.

5. Ascension: Although not explicitly mentioned as Bethany in the Berean Standard Bible, Luke 24:50-51 describes Jesus leading His disciples out to the vicinity of Bethany before His ascension into heaven. This event marks the culmination of His earthly ministry and the beginning of the disciples' mission to spread the Gospel.

Significance in Jesus' Ministry

Bethany served as a place of refuge and fellowship for Jesus. It was a location where He could find solace among friends who supported His ministry. The events that took place in Bethany highlight key aspects of Jesus' mission: His power over death, His preparation for sacrifice, and His fulfillment of Messianic prophecies. The village stands as a testament to the intimate and personal nature of Jesus' relationships and His profound impact on those who believed in Him.
Nave's Topical Index
Matthew 21:17
And he left them, and went out of the city into Bethany; and he lodged there.
Nave's Topical Index

Mark 11:11,12,19
And Jesus entered into Jerusalem, and into the temple: and when he had looked round about on all things, and now the eventide was come, he went out to Bethany with the twelve.
Nave's Topical Index

Library

Author's Introduction,
... It had, especially upon the sojourns of Jesus at Jerusalem ... the pardon of the adulteress;
the knowledge which Luke has of the family of Bethany; his type of ...
//christianbookshelf.org/renan/the life of jesus/authors introduction.htm

Resources
What is the significance of Bethany in the Bible? | GotQuestions.org

Who was Mary of Bethany in the Bible? | GotQuestions.org

Who was Martha in the Bible? | GotQuestions.org

Bible ConcordanceBible DictionaryBible EncyclopediaTopical BibleBible Thesuarus
Subtopics

Bethany

Bethany: A Village on the Eastem Slope of the Mount of Olives

Bethany: Jesus Attends a Feast In

Bethany: Jesus Sojourns At

Bethany: Lazarus Dies and is Raised to Life At

Bethany: Mary, Martha, and Lazarus Dwell At

Bethany: The Colt of a Donkey Upon Which Jesus Made his Triumphal Entry Into Jerusalem, Obtained At

Related Terms

Bethabara (1 Occurrence)

Bethphage (3 Occurrences)

Martha (12 Occurrences)

Olves

Beth-phage (3 Occurrences)

Lazarus (19 Occurrences)

Malchiel (3 Occurrences)

Olives (30 Occurrences)

Nigh (243 Occurrences)

Laz'arus (16 Occurrences)

Enshemesh (2 Occurrences)

En-shemesh (2 Occurrences)

Drew (162 Occurrences)

Bethsphage (3 Occurrences)

Beth'phage (3 Occurrences)

Arrived (129 Occurrences)

Approached (61 Occurrences)

Secacah (1 Occurrence)

Thomas (12 Occurrences)

Philip (37 Occurrences)

Front (327 Occurrences)

Home (270 Occurrences)

Home (270 Occurrences)

Andrew (12 Occurrences)

Leper (34 Occurrences)

Named (428 Occurrences)

Lying (203 Occurrences)

Mountain (298 Occurrences)

Mary (50 Occurrences)

Vicinity (18 Occurrences)

Nathanael (6 Occurrences)

Nard (5 Occurrences)

Oliveyard (4 Occurrences)

Ointment (29 Occurrences)

Olivet (4 Occurrences)

Jar (45 Occurrences)

Lifting (157 Occurrences)

Lodge (64 Occurrences)

Less (93 Occurrences)

Leper's (14 Occurrences)

Late (24 Occurrences)

Leaving (80 Occurrences)

Lifted (466 Occurrences)

Lodged (35 Occurrences)

Invited (49 Occurrences)

Instructions (47 Occurrences)

Iscariot (11 Occurrences)

Furlongs (5 Occurrences)

Fifteen (26 Occurrences)

Fig (45 Occurrences)

Reclining (25 Occurrences)

Eventide (10 Occurrences)

Evening (163 Occurrences)

Expensive (6 Occurrences)

Distant (56 Occurrences)

Decided (54 Occurrences)

Morrow (113 Occurrences)

Miles (5 Occurrences)

Peter (181 Occurrences)

Passed (329 Occurrences)

Peraea

Pure (160 Occurrences)

Poured (155 Occurrences)

Baptising (6 Occurrences)

Banquet (58 Occurrences)

Broke (153 Occurrences)

Beth-aphrah (1 Occurrence)

Beth-anoth (1 Occurrence)

Baptizing (16 Occurrences)

Conversation (30 Occurrences)

Already (171 Occurrences)

Ailing (20 Occurrences)

Apollos (11 Occurrences)

Alabaster (6 Occurrences)

Across (172 Occurrences)

Six (198 Occurrences)

Spent (76 Occurrences)

Stadia (5 Occurrences)

Bethany: Jesus Attends a Feast In
Top of Page
Top of Page