HOLY JORDAN BLOG

Byzantine Art and Architecture in Jordan: An Enduring Legacy

During Byzantine times, between the 4th and 7th centuries, Jordan underwent a profound architectural and artistic transformation that is still visible in the numerous archaeological sites that dot its landscape. Read More

John the Baptist, a Jordanian Christian icon

John the Baptist is a figure of such spiritual significance that he transcends the boundaries of different traditions. Christians, Muslims, Druze, and Baha’i consider the Baptist (also known as Yuhanna in Arabic or Yahya in Islam) a prophet ...

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What is so special about the waters of the Jordan River?

Each year, thousands of Christian pilgrims travel to Al-Maghtas, the site recognized as the place where Jesus of Nazareth was baptized. This UNESCO World Heritage Site, also known as Bethany Beyond the Jordan, located on the banks of the Jordan ...

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Tea in Jordan: Ritual and history

In Jordan, tea is a deeply rooted symbol of hospitality, and a cornerstone of social life. This hot beverage accompanies important moments of the day, from family gatherings to formal ceremonies, echoing the welcoming spirit of Jordanians. ...

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Al Maghtas: The site of Christ’s baptism

Located on the east bank of the Jordan River, nine kilometers north of the Dead Sea, Al Maghtas, the famed “Bethany beyond the Jordan” of the Gospels, is a site of incalculable historical and spiritual ...

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