Where did Peter really live?

APOSTOLIC HISTORICAL GEOGRAPHY: Where Did Peter the Apostle, Disciple of Christ, Really Live? Scripture is conflicting about the hometown of Peter the Apostle, but historian R. Steven Notley believes he has uncovered key clues that point in only one direction (Ruth Schuster, Haaretz). HT Rogue Classicism.

The debate over which site was the ancient city of Bethsaida (El-Araj or et-Tell/e-Tell) continues. But, thanks to the recent discovery of a Byzantine-era church building at El-Araj, the question of Peter's residence has become part of the discussion. I have commented at length on the current state of the question here. I have nothing to add at present.

I have following the debate over the site of Bethsaida for a long time. For posts, start at the last link above (plus here) and follow the links.

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