Jordan River (Noun)
Meaning
A river in Palestine that empties into the Dead Sea; John the Baptist baptized Jesus in the Jordan.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural objects (not man-made).
Examples
- The Jordan River flows through the heart of the Holy Land and has great spiritual significance in the Christian faith.
- John the Baptist is said to have baptized Jesus in the Jordan River, which is now a popular site for pilgrims.
- Many Christians visit the Jordan River each year to reenact the baptism of Jesus and connect with their faith.
- The Jordan River has been the source of fresh water for the surrounding communities for thousands of years.
- In the New Testament, the Jordan River is where Jesus began his ministry after being baptized by John the Baptist.