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Jerash’s Byzantine Treasure: Bishop Isaiah’s Historic Basilica

The Byzantine Basilica of Bishop Isaiah in Jerash is one of Jordan’s most remarkable ancient churches. Discovered in 1983, this basilica exemplifies the religious and cultural richness of the Byzantine era in Jordan, when Jerash was part of ...

From Rabbath Ammon to Philadelphia: The sacred layers of Amman

Amman’s history spans thousands of years. It is no wonder that the Jordanian capital is a crossroads of civilizations, and a city of major religious significance in many different traditions. Its name itself is ...

From Philadelphia to Pella: Discovering Jordan’s ancient Decapolis

Jordan is home to some of the most fascinating remnants of ancient history, and particularly those associated with the legendary cities of the Decapolis –a group of ten Hellenistic cities that came to ...

Nehushtan: the Brazen Serpent high atop Mount Nebo

High on Mount Nebo, a striking sculpture of the biblical Brazen Serpent draws the attention of pilgrims and travelers. Made by Italian artist Giovanni Fantoni, this serpentine cross of sorts serves as a ...

Explore Lot’s Cave: A biblical sanctuary uncovered

Located on the southeastern edge of the Dead Sea, the Sanctuary of Agios Lot (Greek for “Saint Lot”) is a site rich in history and religious significance. Overlooking the modern city of Safi, known in ...

Explore Holy Jordan

Jerash’s Byzantine Treasure: Bishop Isaiah’s Historic Basilica

From Rabbath Ammon to Philadelphia: The sacred layers of Amman

From Philadelphia to Pella: Discovering Jordan’s ancient Decapolis

Nehushtan: the Brazen Serpent high atop Mount Nebo

Explore Lot’s Cave: A biblical sanctuary uncovered

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