Wow, that's great, sister. Thank you very much for being so caring and patient.Gave me a detailed and rich introduction about the Jordan River.Origin and history.I have never been to the Jordan River , and I really want to see it.But if there is a Jewish Christian brother or sister who can give usIt would be better to explain it.I want to look forward to it, tooJewish Christian brothers and sisters share about the Jordan River.Historical story,And what is it like now?
I did an internet search on the Jordan River and was told this
Many Christians still seek baptism in the Jordan River today, particularly at sites like Yardenit in Israel
and Al-Maghtas in Jordan, which are believed to be near the location of Jesus' baptism. These sites offer
a rich pilgrimage experience, allowing visitors to connect with the biblical significance of the river and
participate in their own baptism ceremonies. About the Jordan River itself,
Origin and Flow:
The Jordan River originates on the slopes of Mount Hermon, on the border between
Lebanon and Syria, and flows south through northern Israel into the Sea of Galilee.
Border:
South of the Sea of Galilee, the river divides Israel and the Israeli-occupied West Bank from Jordan.
Dead Sea:
The river eventually empties into the Dead Sea, which is the lowest point on Earth.
Significance:
It is a vital water source for the region, especially during times of low rainfall. (freshwater)
Historical and Religious Importance:
The Jordan River has religious significance for Christians, Jews, and Muslims,
and it's associated with the baptism of Jesus by John the Baptist.
Modern Usage:
Dams in the region, including those in Syria, Jordan, Lebanon, and Israel, now prevent the seasonal flooding that once occurred
Many Christians still seek baptism in the Jordan River today, particularly at sites like Yardenit in Israel
and Al-Maghtas in Jordan, which are believed to be near the location of Jesus' baptism. These sites offer
a rich pilgrimage experience, allowing visitors to connect with the biblical significance of the river and
participate in their own baptism ceremonies. About the Jordan River itself,
Origin and Flow:
The Jordan River originates on the slopes of Mount Hermon, on the border between
Lebanon and Syria, and flows south through northern Israel into the Sea of Galilee.
Border:
South of the Sea of Galilee, the river divides Israel and the Israeli-occupied West Bank from Jordan.
Dead Sea:
The river eventually empties into the Dead Sea, which is the lowest point on Earth.
Significance:
It is a vital water source for the region, especially during times of low rainfall. (freshwater)
Historical and Religious Importance:
The Jordan River has religious significance for Christians, Jews, and Muslims,
and it's associated with the baptism of Jesus by John the Baptist.
Modern Usage:
Dams in the region, including those in Syria, Jordan, Lebanon, and Israel, now prevent the seasonal flooding that once occurred
What I am going to add is that we factually don't know the specific spots where John baptized or where Jesus was baptized at. We have clearings that haven't changed that look like this is where a gathering of people could be at and many Christians from all over the world come and get rebaptized so they are baptized in the same River as Jesus was. And sadly there's tourists spots kind of like how the Temple became a place of business in Jesus day when He got mad and ran them away.
I think more than anything else it's knowing this River is mentioned in the Bible and holds a long historical record going back to before the ancient Hebrew people took possession of the land. There's many places that someone is able to see or visit and you understand this has been here since the Anakim controlled it before God made a way so His Chosen People could own it. Such a history and the peoples and the moving of God is easily realized just by looking at these places, formations, spots whether on land or by water. You can feel the presence of God everywhere you go to. Once God has physically touched a place His presence will be felt there for however long earth will be in existence. And throughout Israel there's so many places you just can go to and feel God.
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