Publisher's Synopsis
Sacred Waters: Modern Pilgrimages to the Fountains, Seas and Rivers of the Bible is a book written by Theodore Graebner. The book is about the sacred waters mentioned in the Bible and the modern-day pilgrimages taken by people to visit them. The book takes the reader on a journey through the Bible, exploring the significance of water in religious and spiritual contexts. The author describes the various bodies of water mentioned in the Bible, including the Jordan River, the Sea of Galilee, and the Dead Sea. The book also includes personal accounts of modern-day pilgrims who have traveled to these sacred waters, sharing their experiences and reflections. The author explores the spiritual significance of these journeys and how they can impact one's faith. Sacred Waters is a unique and insightful book that offers a fresh perspective on the role of water in religious traditions and the power of pilgrimage.These pilgrimages have been retold from the narratives of travelers and explorers. Contents: Living Waters; Euphrates; Nile; Red Sea; Sea of Galilee; Jordan; Dead Sea; Waters of the Holy City; Jacob's Well; Mary's Well at Nazareth; Great Sea.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
