Capernaum, known in Hebrew as "Kfar Nahum," translates to "village of Nahum." It is mentioned in several New Testament passages as a significant location in the ministry of Jesus. Situated on the northern shore of the Sea of Galilee, Capernaum served as Jesus' base during much of His public ministry (Matthew 4:13, Mark 1:21). The town is noted for several key events, including the healing of a centurion's servant (Matthew 8:5-13), the healing of Peter's mother-in-law (Mark 1:29-31), and the teaching of Jesus in the synagogue there (Mark 1:21-22).Capernaum's designation as a "village" suggests a small, close-knit community, which is significant in the context of Jesus’ teachings and miracles. It is also noteworthy that despite the miracles performed there, Capernaum is subject to a prophetic woe from Jesus, as seen in Matthew 11:23, indicating that its inhabitants did not fully embrace His message. Thus, Capernaum serves as a backdrop for both the miraculous and the challenge of disbelief, encapsulating the duality of divine presence and human response.