Bible Location

Ephraim

Meaning: fruitful; increasing · 1 cross reference · Modern-day map available

This Ephraim entry refers to the town near the wilderness where Jesus withdrew in John's Gospel, not to the tribe or wider region. It is important because the same name often refers to more than one biblical tradition. First appears in John 11:54.1

Place meaning

fruitful; increasing

Coordinates

31.95, 35.30

First appears

John 11:54

AI summary: Ephraim matters here as a place of temporary withdrawal and quiet after intensifying conflict. The town belongs to the final movement of Jesus' ministry before the passion.1

Place meaning

fruitful; increasing

Latitude

31.95

Longitude

35.30

Bible references

1