• In the extreme north of Pisidia; was visited by Paul and Barnabas on the first missionary journey (Acts 13:14 ). Here they found a synagogue and many proselytes. They met with great success in preaching the gospel, but the Jews stirred up a violent opposition against them, and they were obliged to leave the place. On his return, Paul again visited Antioch for the purpose of confirming the disciples (Acts 14:21 ). It has been identified with the modern Yalobatch, lying to the east of Ephesus.

    Copyright StatementThese dictionary topics are from M.G. Easton M.A., D.D., Illustrated Bible Dictionary, Third Edition, published by Thomas Nelson, 1897. Public Domain.

    Bibliography InformationEaston, Matthew George. Entry for 'Antioch'. Easton's Bible Dictionary. https://www.studylight.org/dictionaries/eng/ebd/a/antioch.html. 1897.