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Old Jaffa is one of the oldest ports in the world, near modern Tel Aviv, tied to the story of Jonah and to Peter's vision that opened the faith to all nations.
Jaffa is among the most ancient harbours on earth, its stone alleys and sea walls layered with thousands of years of history. From this port, the Book of Jonah tells us, the prophet boarded a ship to flee from the call of God.
In the Acts of the Apostles, Jaffa is where Peter raised Tabitha to life, and where, on the rooftop of Simon the tanner, he received the vision that changed the course of the church. Saint Peter's Church looks out over the harbour today.
Because here Peter received the vision that declared the Gospel was for every nation, which carries deep meaning, especially for diaspora pilgrims.
The vision Peter received here opened the gospel beyond one people and to the whole world. "God does not show favoritism, but accepts from every nation the one who fears him." (Acts 10:34 to 35)
For African diaspora pilgrims especially, Jaffa carries a powerful meaning. This is the very place where the faith was declared to be for every nation and every people, without exception.
On the Mediterranean coast in the southern part of modern Tel Aviv.
The restored stone lanes above the harbour, Saint Peter's Church, viewpoints back along the coast, and the artists' quarter.
Jonah set sail from here to flee God, Peter raised Tabitha to life, and Peter received the rooftop vision opening the faith to the gentiles.
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