Also known as: Galatian Region
Modern name: Central Turkey (region)
Galatia was the testing ground for the doctrine of salvation by grace alone. Paul's letter defending justification by faith became foundational to Protestant theology and the understanding of Christian freedom.
A region in central Asia Minor where Paul established several churches during his missionary journeys. He wrote his passionate letter to the Galatians to combat false teachers who were requiring Gentile believers to follow Jewish law.
Galatia was the testing ground for the doctrine of salvation by grace alone. Paul's letter defending justification by faith became foundational to Protestant theology and the understanding of Christian freedom.
Latitude
39.6000°
Longitude
32.5000°
Known today as: Central Turkey (region)
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