Caphtor

Caphtor in Biblical Context (Possible origin of Philistines)

Biblical Territories Beyond Borders

Caphtor, Philistine

1. Introduction Caphtor is a somewhat mysterious region mentioned in several Old Testament passages, associated with the origin of the Philistines and other coastal peoples. Though its precise geographical identity has been debated, Caphtor is widely linked to the island of Crete or the broader Aegean region. This article examines…