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Seleucia, Or Seleucia

(named after its founder, Seleucus), near the mouth of the Orontes, was practically the seaport of Antioch. The distance between the two towns was about 16 miles. St. Paul, with Barnabas, sailed from Seleucia at the beginning of his first missionary circuit. (Acts 13:4) This strong fortress and convenient seaport was constructed by the first Seleucus, and here he was buried. It retained its importance in Roman times and in St. Paul’s day it had the privileges of a free city. The remains are numerous.

In the Bible

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Verses where Seleucia, Or Seleucia is named. Berean Standard Bible (public domain).

  • Acts 13:4

    So Barnabas and Saul, sent forth by the Holy Spirit, went down to Seleucia and sailed from there to Cyprus.

Scripture on Seleucia, Or Seleucia

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Sources · Smith's Bible Dictionary (1884)

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