Week 13 - November 26

Mark 5:1-20 // The Other Side

The Other Side

Mark 5:1-20

The Decapolis

Below is a map of the Decapolis and its cities. Gergesa would have been located on the eastern shore line of the Sea of Galilee just north of Hippos.

Map of the Decapolis and Its Cities (Bible History Online)

Scythopolis

Look at the pictures of the remains of the city Scythopolis in the Decapolis. You can see the Greek and Roman influence and the grandeur of the cities built in the Decapolis.

The ruins of the Decapolis City Scythopolis
The main road into Scythopolis lined with columns
Ruins of the City Scythopolis
Amphitheater in Scythopolis
View of the stage in the amphitheater in Scythopolis
Detailed Architecture from city of Scytholpolis