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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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

HOLY JORDAN BLOG

Explore Holy Jordan

From Philadelphia to Pella: Discovering Jordan’s ancient Decapolis

John the Baptist, a Jordanian Christian icon

Nehushtan: the Brazen Serpent high atop Mount Nebo

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

Explore Lot’s Cave: A biblical sanctuary uncovered

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