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Maps of the Patriarchal World

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The maps are schematic reference aids for the places and journeys discussed in the Genesis study. Select any map to open its full-resolution image.

The Patriarchal World

Schematic map of the Fertile Crescent from Ur of the Chaldeans through Haran and Canaan to Egypt, including Abraham's and Jacob's routes. — The Fertile Crescent, from Ur of the Chaldeans to Egypt.

Canaan in the Patriarchal Period

Schematic map of Canaan showing Dan, Dothan, Shechem, Bethel, Ai, Salem, Hebron, Mamre, Gerar, Beersheba, Peniel, Mahanaim, Sodom, Gomorrah, Zoar, and surrounding regions. — Places named in Genesis 12–50.

Jacob’s Journey and Return

Schematic map of Jacob's outbound journey from Beersheba to Haran and return through Peniel, Shechem, Bethel, and Hebron. — Beersheba to Haran, then through Peniel, Shechem, and Bethel to Hebron (Genesis 28–35).