In the New Testament St John writes to the church in Philadelphia, from the Revelation of Jesus Christ, “for you have a little strength, have kept My word, and have not denied My name…I will make them come and worship before your feet, and to know that I have loved you.” Now called Alasehir, this picturesque city of narrow, winding streets was singled out for praise by St. John, and has remained a small, unassuming village in spite of its long history and great fame.