Highlights

Pool of Siloam to be excavated and opened for public
Holy site has magical water: reports
Site cherished by both Jews and Christians

Latest news

Asus Pad T3201 Review: OLED Brilliance Meets Everyday Mid-Range Power

Qualcomm Showcases Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Chips At IMC 2026, Teases New Flagships

Shokz Diwali Sale Brings Discounts On Open-Ear Headphones Across Amazon And Flipkart

iQOO 16 Confirmed For India With Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 And OriginOS 7

ASUS Announces Festive Discounts Across Laptops, Gaming PCs And Tablets

Priyanka Gandhi lies on ground, Rahul detained as Delhi Police stop INDIA bloc MPs' Jantar Mantar march

Emotion, tears as Messi retires from Argentina national team

Rajpal Yadav tells CJI Surya Kant his legal troubles inspired film title ‘Solah Sawan Jhel Ke’

Israel: site 'where Jesus gave vision to a blind man' to be opened for public

Name: Israel: site 'where Jesus gave vision to a blind man' to be opened for public
Uploaded: 2023-01-02T20:55:55.000+05:30
Duration: T00M37S
Channel: Editorji News Desk
Description: Israel: site where Jesus gave vision to a blind man to be opened for public

Israel Antiquities Authority, the Israel National Parks Authority and the City of David Foundation have made the announcement to open 'the biblical area' days ahead of the new year

Updated: Sep 02, 2022 10:53

Editorji News Desk

Join our WhatsApp Channel

Israel: site 'where Jesus gave vision to a blind man' to be opened for public

In Israeli capital Jerusalem, the site where it is believed that Jesus gave sight to a man who was blind since his birth would soon be made accessible to public for first time in the recorded history!

Cherished by both Jews and Christians, the water in the Pool of Siloam is believed to have healing powers although there is no scientifice evidence to prove the claim.

The biblical site which is located in the southern portion of the City of David, was reportedly first discovered in the late 19th century. Researchers also claimed that the famous Siloam inscription was uncovered in a water tunnel in 1880.

Reference of Jesus and the pool has been made in the New Testament's John 9.

Also watch: Israel: Benjamin Netanyahu returns as PM for the sixth time

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the significance of the Pool of Siloam in Jerusalem?❯

The Pool of Siloam in Jerusalem is significant as it is believed to be the site where Jesus gave sight to a man who was blind since his birth, as referenced in the New Testament's John 9. It is cherished by both Jews and Christians for its supposed healing powers, although there is no scientific evidence to prove this claim.

When was the Pool of Siloam discovered?❯

Where is the Pool of Siloam located?❯

Who are the authorities responsible for opening the biblical area?❯

What is the significance of the Siloam inscription?❯