8 Having received in Baptism the Word, "the true light that enlightens every man," the person baptized has been "enlightened," he becomes a "son of light," indeed, he becomes "light" himself: 9 ...

In line with ongoing efforts to highlight Jordan’s religious heritage and promote religious tourism, the exhibition “Jordan: ...

Another typological prefiguration of baptism is found in the event of the crossing of the Jordan river by the people of God, led by Joshua, as they enter the promised land.