Figs, Dates, Laurel and Myrrh, Plants of the Bible and the Qu’ran, Szerző: Lytton John Musselman

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This book celebrates the plants of the Old Testament, New Testament, and Qu'ran. From acacia, the wood of the tabernacle, to wormwood, whose bitter leaves, as absinthe, flavor alcoholic drinks, 81 chapters cover the more than 100 plants in the holy texts that have true botanical counterparts. Fascinating stories of the fruits, grains, grasses, trees, flowers, and fragrances include botanical characteristics, habitat, uses, and literary context. Richly illustrated with extensive color, this delightful ecumenical botany offers the welcome tonic of a deep look into an enduring, shared natural heritage.