Laodice was an ancient city located in what is now modern-day Turkey. It was founded in the 3rd century BCE and named after Laodice, the wife of King Antiochus II of the Seleucid Empire. The city was known for its wealth, commerce, and significant contributions to trade, particularly in textiles and medicine. The city is also mentioned in the Bible, specifically in the Book of Revelation, where it is described as one of the seven churches of Asia. Laodice was known for its lukewarm water supply, which became a metaphor for the spiritual state of its inhabitants.