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- The Lord Will Editorial Team
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- Ugo Candido, Engineer
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- Biblical Places
The site where John the Baptist baptized Jesus in the Jordan River.
Historical Context
Also known as "Bethany Beyond the Jordan" or Al-Maghtas ("baptism" or "immersion" in Arabic), this site has been recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage site. Archaeological excavations have uncovered churches, baptismal pools, and a monastery dating from the Roman and Byzantine periods.
Location Details
Country: Jordan
Region: Jordan Valley
Coordinates: 31.836600, 35.549300
Type: Place
Bible Verses About Bethany Beyond the Jordan
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