The Geography of the land of Isreal Flashcards
Why is it important to know this geography?
it is apart of the context and clarifies things that were clear to the original readers. It also adds meaning and richness to the stories.
What is the Fertile Crescent?
An area of rich soil in the middle-east
What is the cradle of civilization?
An area in which many groups of people live in. Also known as the fertile crescent.
What is Levant?
West end of the Fertile Crescent
What is Canaan?
ancient name of the south end of Levant
What is Palestine?
The name of the area south of Levant that was changed from Canaan
What is Cisjordan?
West side of the Jordan river
What is Transjordan?
East side of the Jordan river
Where is the Mediterranean Sea in regard to Levant?
West
Where is the Sea of Galilee in regard to Levant?
North side
Where is the Jordan River in regard to Levant?
Central
Where is the Dead sea in regard to Levant?
South side
