Mountain of Transfiguration & New Discoveries in Site of Jesus Baptism / Jordan River


World Heritage Site: Baptism Site “Bethany Beyond the Jordan” (Al-Maghtas)

Publication Year: 2019

Publication Type: Article

Publication Identifier: WHE80E2F8D157

Summary

Recent archaeological discoveries at the UNESCO World Heritage Site 'Baptism Site “Bethany Beyond the Jordan” (Al-Maghtas)' have shed new light on the potential location of the Transfiguration of Christ. Systematic surveys and excavations, conducted since 1997 on the eastern bank of the Jordan River, have uncovered monasteries, churches, water installations, caves, and footpaths. These findings provide compelling evidence for the proposed or actual site of this significant biblical event, marking a pivotal moment in Gospel narratives as Jesus prepared for his journey to Jerusalem. The research highlights the importance of these discoveries in understanding the historical and religious context of the region.

Citation

Waheeb, M. (2019). Mountain of Transfiguration & New Discoveries in Site of Jesus Baptism / Jordan River. American International Journal of Contemporary Research, 9(2). https://doi.org/10.30845/aijcr.v9n2p3

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