Bible Dictionary
Jordan
The Jordan is the chief river of the Holy Land, flowing southward from sources near Mount Hermon through Lake Huleh and the Sea of Galilee to the Dead Sea. It was crossed by Israel, associated with prophetic miracles, and was the place of Jesus’ baptism.
Biblical Usage
Abraham and Lot separated near the Jordan plain, Jacob crossed it, and Israel crossed it on dry ground under Joshua. Its waters were divided for Elijah and Elisha. John baptized in the Jordan, and Jesus was baptized there.
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