Bible place
Antioch
Where “Christians” got their name
A great city of Syria, the base of Paul's missions, where the disciples were first called “Christians.” From there Paul and Barnabas set out, sent by the church, on the first missionary journey (Acts 13).
Where to read in the Bible
- Acts 11:26
- Acts 13:1–3
Connections
- linked to Paul · stated in the text · Acts 13:1–3