The Sea, The Fishes and The Loaves of Bread

Tabgha is only a few miles from Capernaum (north) and from the Galilee Boat (south). This is why we came here after our visit to Capernaum and going to the Sea of Galilee for our memorable boat ride.

There are 3 churches found in Tabgha commemorating "The Multiplication of Fishes and Loaves", "Peter's Primacy" and "The Sermon at the Mount".

The site was formerly called Heptapegon for the "Place of the Seven Springs." The springs produce warm water which support the growth of algae in this part of the lake, thus luring fishes and in turn, fishermen (like Jesus' disciples).

This is the reason why the area is related to the feeding of the 5,000 through the multiplication of the fishes and the loaves of bread presented by the little boy.

Another event is when Peter and his companions were not able to catch any fish the whole night and Jesus appeared to them after His resurrection. They caught fishes until their nets burst and then had breakfast with Him.

And best of all, what I cherish is the story that Jesus accepted Peter back for He said "Feed my sheep", even after Peter's public denial three times. This gives us all hope and encouragement.

Francis Kong shares, "Because God is the God of second chances. With Him, it’s never too late to have a brand new beginning."