The Jordan River, a study on the eastern side, between historical sources and recent archaeological discoveries

Wahib, Muhammad

doi:10.21608/jguaa.2003.2437

The Jordan River, a study on the eastern side, between historical sources and recent archaeological discoveries

Document Type : Original Article

Author

Muhammad Wahib

Queen Rania Institute for Tourism and Heritage - The Hashemite University, Jordan

10.21608/jguaa.2003.2437

Abstract

The importance of the Jordan River stems from the civilized role it has played since the dawn of history until the present time, as many people crossed the river area in both directions, including prophets, messengers, peoples and armies.

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Main Subjects

Archeology

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