Faith in Action in Palestine-Israel: Holy Water—Lower Jordan River
Much of this section of the river is in the West Bank, under nominal Palestinian control, but in reality the entire river and valley are controlled by Israel. Regrettably this includes access to the river, making extensive photography (short of aerial, possibly meaning drones) virtually impossible. (All but one of these photos were made in March 2015, the end of the rainy season.)
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“Blessed are the poor in spirit: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted. Blessed are the meek: for they shall inherit the earth. Blessed are they which do hunger and thirst after righteousness: for they shall be filled. Blessed are the merciful: for they shall obtain mercy. Blessed are the pure in heart: for they shall see God. Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God. Blessed are they which are persecuted for righteousness’ sake: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are ye, when men shall revile you, and persecute you, and shall say all manner of evil against you falsely, for my sake” (Matt 5:3-11 KJV).