>In a previous post, I mentioned a report published in Israel that the waters of the Jordan River had become too polluted for bathing and for baptism.
However, a new report published by the Israel Nature and Parks Authority says that the waters of the Jordan River are safe for baptism. The following is an excerpt from the article:
Bacteriological tests at a baptism site in the lower Jordan River indicate that the water is safe for the Christian holy rite.
The tests conducted Sunday by the Israel Nature and Parks Authority at the Qasr el Yahud site came after allegations that the water was too polluted to be safe for human bathing.
Read the full report here.
This information is good news for people who want to be baptized in the Jordan River. Baptism in the Jordan River is a symbolic commitment Christians make to follow Jesus’ example. Baptism in the Jordan River becomes a spiritual experience for many and I am glad that Christians who desire to go through with this act will be able to do so again.
Claude Mariottini
Professor of Old Testament
Northern Baptist Seminary
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Tags: Archaeology, Jordan River, Baptism
Dr. Claude Mariottini - Professor of Old Testament 
>How fascinating! I guess the Ganges is quite a cesspool but Indians have bathed there nevertheless. Perhaps there is something about faith that buffers the pilgrim from exposure in holy waters. (interesting word verification: syllamb)
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>Lydia,You have a point there. When it comes to faith, people will do things that to others is not normal.Thank you for your comment. I read your profile and I was impressed with your life experience.Thank you for being you.Claude Mariottini
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