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Ephesus
- Scripture
- New Testament
- Ancient region
- Asia Minor
- Today
- Efes (Ephesus ruins), Turkey, near Selçuk
In the Bible
Major city of Asia; Paul preached; Temple of Artemis; letters to Ephesians and to this church in Revelation.
Where it is now
Extensive Greco-Roman ruins including Library of Celsus; House of Mary nearby (tradition).
Key events
- ✦Paul’s ministry
- ✦Council context
- ✦Letter to Ephesians