The village of Nain (Nein) sits on the slope of Givat HaMoreh, overlooking the Jezreel Valley. According to the Gospel of Luke (7:11-17), Jesus arrived at the gate of Nain and encountered a funeral procession: a widow was burying her only son. Moved with compassion, Jesus touched the bier and said, “Young man, I say to you, arise” (Luke 7:14) The dead man sat up and began to speak.
The Site
A small Franciscan church in the village marks the traditional location of the miracle. The church is modest and rarely crowded, giving visitors a quiet space for reflection. The village itself is a predominantly Arab community, and the views from the hillside toward Mount Tabor and the valley below are beautiful.
Visit with Hoshen Tours
Nain is a meaningful stop for Christian pilgrims, especially when combined with Mount Tabor and the other Gospel sites of the lower Galilee.