Ancient CivilizationsLost biblical town that was the site of several of Jesus’s miracles finally discovered Posted on June 15, 2026 by Administrator The lost biblical town believed to be the site of several of Jesus’ miracles may have finally been discovered after years of excavations along the Sea of Galilee. Archaeologists this month announced they believe El-Araj, a site on the lake’s northeastern shore, is the ancient settlement of Bethsaida, the village where the Bible says Jesus healed a blind man and carried out some of his most famous acts of ministry.