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Mikvah Mania in Second Temple Period Jerusalem, or, Another Shameless Temple Mount Holiday Tie In Edition!
Mikvah Mania in Second Temple Period Jerusalem, or, Another Shameless Temple Mount Holiday Tie In Edition!
The discovery of two big ritual bath complexes in Jerusalem right next to the Temple Mount has us asking questions. Where’s all the water coming from? Were there signs showing pilgrims where to line up? And who had the towel concession? With memories of immersions sacred and profane from yours truly!