Definition: The word "Anapolis" appears in the Bible to mean a small town located just east of Jerusalem (Acts 28:15; Acts 37:6). It was the principal center of early Jewish religious and political authority, with large population centers spread across the region. The name is also associated with the city where Jesus lived for a time (Matthew 4:14-17), illustrating its historical significance as well as the character of Jesus and his ministry at this location.