For the first time in 2,000 years, the historical and biblical site where Jesus healed a blind man will be excavated and opened for public viewing.
Biblical Site Where Jesus Healed A Blind Man
The Israel Antiquities Authority (IAA), the Israel National Parks Authority, and the City of David Foundation announced the initiation of excavation days before the New Year.
Jerusalem Mayor Moshe Lion said in a statement, “The Pool of Siloam in the City of David National Park in Jerusalem is a site of historic, national, and international significance. After many years of expectation, we will soon begin uncovering this important site. And make it accessible to the millions of visitors and tourists who visit Jerusalem every year.”
John Hagee, chairman of Christians United For Israel, said that the excavation of the pool is highly significant to Christians worldwide. He told Fox News Digital, “It was at this site that Jesus healed the blind man (John:9). And it is at this site that, 2,000 years ago, Jewish pilgrims cleansed themselves prior to entering the Second Temple.”
“The Pool of Siloam and the Pilgrimage Road, both located within the City of David, are among the most inspiring archaeological affirmations of the Bible.”
Visitors can view the excavation of the site. And within a few months, the entire pool and the pilgrimage road will be accessible to all.
Pool of Siloam
The Pool of Siloam was believed constructed during King Hezekiah’s reign in the eighth century BC. According to The Christian Post, it served as a reservoir for collecting water from Gihon Spring, delivering water to the city.
Moreover, the New Testament mentions the historical site where Jesus healed a blind man. In John 9:1-7, Jesus restored a blind man’s vision by spitting on the ground and placing it upon his eyes. Verse 7 reads,” ‘Go,” he told him, “Wash in the Pool of Siloam” (this word means “Sent”). So the man went and washed and came home seeing.”
Reference: Christian Post