Thyatira is an ancient city in modern-day Turkey, known for its significance in early Christianity and mentioned in the Book of Revelation in the New Testament. The name Thyatira is believed to derive from the Greek word meaning "sacrifice" or "a place of sacrifice." It was notable for its thriving textile industry, particularly in dyes and fabrics, and was home to a diverse population, including a notable mention of Lydia, a seller of purple goods. Today, Thyatira is an archaeological site that reflects its historical and cultural importance.
Battle of Thyatira happened in 366.
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Jezebel (Revelation 2:20).
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Well, darling, Thyatira was approximately 300 miles away from Philippi. That's quite a trek back in the day, so I hope they had some comfy sandals for the journey. But hey, at least they didn't have to deal with airport security and delayed flights!
John addressed the book of Revelation to seven churches in Asia Minor: Ephesus, Smyrna, Pergamum, Thyatira, Sardis, Philadelphia, and Laodicea.
The seven literal churches addressed in Revelation 2-3 are Ephesus, Smyrna, Pergamum, Thyatira, Sardis, Philadelphia, and Laodicea.
She was a seller of purple dye, which (in those days) was a profitable, "high-class" business. (Only Roman citizens could wear a toga with a purple border, etc.).
The woman you have in mind is probably Lydia, a "seller of purple from the city of Thyatira" (Acts 16:14). She and her household were baptized in the town of Philippi on Paul's second missionary journey, while he was accompanied by Silas. (You have to look back to Acts 15:40to see that Silas was among Paul's company at the time.)