Magdala - the hometown of Mary the Magdaline

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In September 2009, during the construction of a pilgrimage site, the first century synagogue of Magdala was discovered.

Matthew tells us "Jesus went throughout Galilee, teaching in their synagogues, preaching the good news of the kingdom" (Matt. 4:23)

​We live in an exciting time!  For close to 2000 years the ruins of Magdala lay undisturbed - but today it is available for us to see and experience ourselves. 

Magdala 1st century Synagogue

Floor Mosaics - Magdala Synagogue

Mikveh - ritual bath - Magdala

the Magdala Stone

Magdala Chapel - Original 1st century street stone

Magdala Chapel - original 1st century street stone

Magdala mural: healing through the tassels of the garment

Magdala Chapel overlooking the Sea of Galilee

Magdala rotunda dedicated to the women of the Bible

Magdala - cross shadow

Magdala Mikveh - Living Water from natural water table

Synagogue of Magdala.

A stone used for reading the Torah scrolls. This area of the synagogue was used for a school. All synagogues have a small school room attached.

Magdala was a relatively wealthy city due to fishing and their salted-fish. These shops in the center of town have pools for the sale of live fish.