Nazareth is the largest city in the Northern District of Israel. As of 2024, it has a population of 75,704. The city serves as a primary cultural, political, religious, economic, and commercial center for the Arab citizens of Israel and is often referred to as "the Arab capital of Israel."
The demographic makeup of Nazareth is predominantly Arab, with approximately 69% of the inhabitants identifying as Muslim and 31% as Christian. The city holds immense religious significance globally because it is recognized as the hometown of Jesus, who is a central figure in Christianity and a prophet in both Islam and the Baháʼí Faith.