Strong’s G1179

Δεκάπολις

Part of speech

Noun, Feminine

Transliteration

Dekapolis

Pronunciation

deh-KAH-po-lis

Definition

Decapolis

Meaning

Decapolis, meaning a group or district of ten cities (of the Greek type) in Palestine, mostly south-east of the Lake of Tiberias; the names and number vary in ancient authorities.

Usage

The term "Decapolis" refers to a group of ten cities on the eastern frontier of the Roman Empire in the region of Judea and Syria. These cities were centers of Greek and Roman culture in a predominantly Semitic region. The Decapolis is mentioned in the New Testament as a region where Jesus performed miracles and taught.

Bible references

Matthew 4:25;Mark 5:20;Mark 7:31