Also known as: The Jordan
Modern name: Jordan River, Israel/Jordan
The Jordan River symbolizes transition and new beginnings. Crossing it meant entering God's promises, and baptism in its waters represents dying to the old life and rising to the new.
The principal river of Israel, flowing from Mount Hermon to the Dead Sea. Israel crossed the Jordan to enter the Promised Land under Joshua, and Jesus was baptized by John in its waters, inaugurating His public ministry.
The Jordan River symbolizes transition and new beginnings. Crossing it meant entering God's promises, and baptism in its waters represents dying to the old life and rising to the new.
Latitude
31.7597°
Longitude
35.5500°
Known today as: Jordan River, Israel/Jordan
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