Antipatris
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Antipatris was a fortified city in the Shephelah region of Judea, established by Herod the Great and named in honor of his father, Antipater the Idumean.
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Antipatris is a town built by Herod the Great, mentioned only once in Scripture in connection with Paul's descent from Jerusalem to Caesarea. It was called after his father Antipater.
What is the meaning of Antipatris in the Bible?
Antipatris is a town built by Herod the Great, mentioned only once in Scripture in connection with Paul's descent from Jerusalem to Caesarea. It was called after his father Antipater.
SIGNIFICANCE
Its significance lies in its historical connection to Herod the Great and its mention in the New Testament account of Paul's journey.
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