Archaeologists Unearth Strange Christian Artifact That Gives Insights Into Early Church Baptisms

An ancient baptismal font was unearthed near the Sea of Galilee, providing new insights into how early Christians practiced baptism in the region.

The marble block, found in an ancient baptismal hall, had a cross engraved on the side as well as three bowl-shaped basins, according to a report from Fox News last month.

The artifact is 1,400 years old and was uncovered in Hippos, a city that existed during the Byzantine era.

At one point, Hippos was the only Christian city on the Sea of Galilee...