Archaeologists in Israel found a cave where they say John the Baptist anointed numerous disciples. The cave, located on Kibbutz Tzuba near Jerusalem, is replete with wall carvings, pottery shards and other historical artifacts that suggest its authenticity, The Associated Press reported Monday.
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