Spain

Spain, a country Paul planned to visit to preach the gospel.

The name Spain means “rare; precious”

PlaceNew Testament1 book2 verses

Summary

A location first mentioned at Romans 15:24; only referred to as Spain (Σπανία).

Location

Identified as
Hispania
Certainty
Widely agreed (100% of scholarship)
Coordinates
40.210° N, 4.350° W
Spain
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Glossary entries

Spain

Alternative names

Mentions

  1. I hope to see you on my way to Spain. And after I have enjoyed your company for a while, you can equip me for my journey.
  2. So after I have completed this service and have safely delivered this bounty to them, I will set off to Spain by way of you.