An ancient city of Syria.

Damascus stands on a rich plain on the edge of the desert and is well watered by the river Barada. It is mentioned frequently in the scriptures (beginning with Gen. 15: 2). Paul was on his way to Damascus when the resurrected Lord appeared to him (Acts 9: 1-27; 22: 5-16; 26: 12-20; 2 Cor. 11: 32-33).