This time, Paul hit the road to check back on those early Christian communities he helped found during his first trip. He was accompanied by Silas, a leading member of the early Christian community, and Timothy, the son of a Greek man who was a dear companion to Paul.
The group headed to Lystra, then through Phrygia, an ancient kingdom on the Sangarios River in modern day Turkey; then to Galatia, an area in the highlands of central Anatolia, also in present-day Turkey, that was inhabited by Gallic people of the Hellenistic period, and finally to Troad, a city in north-west Anatolia, present-day Turkey. Read more: Whatever happened to the Twelve Apostles? Here, Paul had a vision of a man asking him to bring the Gospel to Macedonia , and then set off to reach the European mainland for the first time.
Here, Paul was hosted by Lydia, a woman who worked as a dealer in purple cloth from the city of Thyatira. But soon enough, a group of hostile locals pushed authorities to arrest Paul and his companions. Eventually, local magistrates learned that Paul and his travel companions were Roman citizens and officially let them free. The Philippian community soon grew to become an important Christian center, to which Paul later addressed the Epistle of Paul to the Philippians.
After Philippi, the group reached Thessaloniki, in present-day northern Greece, where they were hosted by Jason, a Jewish man who had converted to Christianity.
Here, even if his mission was somehow successful, Paul was quickly forced to leave after a group of local Jews reported his evangelization activities to local pagan authorities. They then left for Berea, an important port city, now known as Veria, in Macedonia, north of Greece, but the same group that kicked them out of Thessaloniki soon caught up with them and pushed them to leave Berea as well.
The group hit the road once again and reached Athens, which had been severely damaged by Roman attacks in B. Here Paul engaged in conversation with many public intellectuals in both synagogues and public squares and was eventually invited to give a speech to Athenian citizens from the Aeropago , a marble hill just above the Acropolis.
Here he stayed with the married Christian couple Priscilla and Aquila , who had been exiled by the Roman emperor Claudius in In Corinth Paul engaged in prolific speeches that led to many conversions, but he was subject to hostility from groups of local Jews. However, Roman pro-consul Gallio adopted a neutral stance regarding Paul religious mission and decided to let him free. Together with Priscilla and Aquila, Paul set sail for Syria and reached Ephesus and from here Caesarea, in modern day north-central Israel, and eventually back to Antioch.
He first headed back to Galatia and Phrygia to check on the communities he helped set up during his previous trips. He then set sail for Ephesus , an ancient Greek city in present-day Turkey, which at the time was the capital of the Roman province of Asia and home to the famous temple of Artemis-Diana, which was considered one of the seven wonders of the world.
Some ancient and modern Saints argue that doctrines of the gospel are logically or factually unsupported, unsubstantiated, or old-fashioned. For instance, in Gospel Doctrine classes a teacher may try to share the stubble gleaned from some popular book rather than the gold of precious scriptures.
Some may feel that if their bishop just understood certain acclaimed, secular business practices, he would make a better administrator.
Or when members are asked to speak in sacrament meeting, instead of using a Book of Mormon text they may discuss a contending scientific theory or the latest local newspaper editorial. Others might feel their stake president would be more effective if he just understood certain counseling techniques and relied less on the Spirit.
Paul is warning Saints not to replace the godly spirit with secular appearances. In the same manner, some Corinthians who converted to the primitive Church had a philosophical view of the world to which they were trying to adapt the gospel.
Ultimately many Corinthian Saints inappropriately adopted Christianity into the culture that permeated their society. This hellenization resulted with the capstone creeds of false doctrine securely fastened into some sects. President Joseph F. President Smith also warned of sexual impurity that threatens the Church from within. Spittler explains:. The two harbors of Corinth thus brought to the city numerous travelers, merchants, and sailors, who in turn brought their religion, their wealth, and their morals or lack of them.
Corinth was also famed for its wickedness. Atop the Acro-Corinth. To this infamous place were attached professional prostitutes some say 1, who had dedicated themselves to the goddess and amassed a fortune to the temple and thus for the city.
In fact, the Greek language developed the term to Corinthianize, which meant to live a life of drunken immorality. These philosophical ideas developed into what biblical scholar E. The philosophies explained above led many Corinthians to what I refer to as either an ascetic or libertine extreme.
Libertines wallowed in fleshy pursuits of permissiveness, while ascetics denied the flesh and espoused celibacy. New Testament historian F. Chapter 5 of 1 Corinthians deals with libertines who are wallowing in the flesh.
Rather, his message was that those who made sacred covenants must understand the seriousness of sexual perversion. There are behavioral requirements for membership in the kingdom of God. Corinthians were exposed to the same alternative lifestyles that now face Latter-day Saints, including fornication, adultery, and homosexuality 1 Corinthians Paul used clear-cut terminology to inform modern and ancient libertines that you cannot wallow in the flesh, whether in heterosexual or homosexual relations, and remain in full fellowship in the Church.
Paul then approached ascetics who degraded the physical body. Many in our society negatively compare their physical attributes to those portrayed in the media, thus becoming modern ascetics. The modern diseases of anorexia and bulimia are symptomatic of those who deny the flesh, while others denounce the physical relationship of legal, lawful, marriage.
Latter-day Saints can be grateful that Joseph Smith illuminates a verse that has been misinterpreted by ascetics for centuries. This instruction seems particularly out of place as the next few verses highlight intimacy within the marriage bond.
Apparently an ascetic had written Paul and asked if his views were correct. Using legal terms, Paul instructed that intimacy is an expected and vital part of the marriage contract:. The wife hath not power of her own body, but the husband: and likewise also the husband hath not power of his own body, but the wife. Some mistakenly interpret that Paul spoke only of common courtesy in this verse. In this context he speaks of the contractual agreement between husband and wife, including the role of intimacy.
To paraphrase the verse: As a married couple, part of you now belongs to each other. Grant your spouse your sexual monopoly and do not deny that access, because if a couple spends too much time apart, Satan will gain leverage. Readers will also notice that Paul does not mention procreation in these verses. Paul would take issue with those who preach that the only reason for the physical relationship in a marriage is for the begetting of children. No other scriptural writer comes close to being as candid or positive about the role of physical intimacy in marriage.
Latter-day Saint scholars have consistently agreed that Paul was married. Paul also knew of the relationship of celestial marriage to eternal life. In error they feel Paul implies that women are at the bottom of a continuum of value.
In the kingdom of God everyone is in submission to a higher authority. The Bema of Saint Paul is another sight to see in ancient Corinth. See also Ancient Corinth and Akrocorinth.
Heraion of Perachora. Heraion of Perachora is situated on the peninsula of Perachora, at the north end of the Corinthian Gulf, at the western end of the Geraneia mountain range. It first operated in , soon after the completion of the Canal of Corinth, in order to safely guide the ships that sail in the Corinthian Gulf.
The brightest jewel of this marvelous location is Lake Doxa, an artificial lake that was created in the late s. What to Do in Corinth. The variety of things to do in this beautiful place will most likely satisfy even those with the most demanding taste.
Take your coffee by the Port. The newly constructed pedestrian walkways of Corinth are full of modern bars and coffeehouses that operate for most of the day. Shopping in Mare West. Bungee Jumping in the Corinth Canal. Other than a popular tourist destination and a selfie hot spot, the Canal of Corinth has become famous in the last few years for offering a unique bungee jumping experience. Hiking Mount Geraneia. Also, the fact that Geraneia is embraced by three gulfs—the Saronian Gulf, the Corinthian Gulf, and the Gulf of Alkyonides—gives you the chance to take amazing photos with an even more brilliant and panoramic view of the whole of Corinthia.
Swim in Lychnari. As a result, the area is full of beautiful endless beaches. One of these beaches, however, remains unknown to the masses. It lies a few kilometers away from Corinth in the northeast Peloponnese. Hidden in a green forest near Loutra of Elenis, one will find Lychnari Beach, which is as virgin as it gets. An ideal choice for those who seek a calm beach far from the noisy crowds.
Corinthia, like most of Greece, has so many places for someone to eat well without spending a small fortune. In the main city of Corinth, Arhontiko is an excellent choice for those who want to eat delicious traditional Greek plates or have a slightly more sophisticated gourmet meal. Kalada in Loutra of Elenis is the ideal choice for those who love seafood. Giannis in Loutraki, is a very busy restaurant with high turnover, overlooking the ocean. Professional and speedy service with a smile.
Kavos in Isthmia, is according to the locals the best fish tavern in all of Corinthia. The menu is not extensive and consists primarily of fresh fish dishes and salads. Ihtioessa in Loutraki, is a great choice for those who love fish but in a more gourmet version. Fragkias restaurant in Loutraki, is ideal for all seasons.
The dishes are of excellent quality offering choices in seafood and meat as well. The atmosphere was elegant featuring live piano music. An overall upscale experience that will astonish you. Londou Fish Tavern in Corinth, is located close to the city center, as well near the sea. The food is really tasty and prices are good. Depending on the day you will pick to go, there are some choices of special dishes. Paladar in Loutraki is modern, fun and an amalgamation of a beach bar and restaurant.
It offers a superb drinks selection, including top drawer Greek wines. The dishes are very delicate and surprisingly avant garde. The steak of Paladar is considered to be the absolute highlight of the menu. Pame san Allote in Corinth, has a great variety of good wine and rakomelo. The good prices of this tsipouradiko is another plus. Avli Tavern in Corinth, was recently created in a renovated old house, which is decorated very tastefully. Mezedopoleion Gigantes in Corinth, offers the most delicious food in the city.
Since , Ami has been feeding locals and visitors alike with delicious pizza, made from the freshest ingredients in the market.
Pros Korinthious in Corinth is named after the city, and is the best place if you love Italian food. K5 in Synoikismos of Corinth, has the best pita gyro and souvlaki in the city. It's also the only gyro shop in the whole area that offers a mega pita gyro. Just make sure to be really hungry before you dare to order this beast.
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