Plants of the Bible: And How to Grow ThemWhether you are a veteran gardener looking for new growing horizons or a beginner itching to exercise and cultivate the growing talents you feel within yourself, a garden of biblical plants can be a most rewarding and fulfilling experience. Combining history with practical gardening information, Plants of the Bible investigates more than forty plants mentioned in the Bible. The author quotes the biblical passage in which each plant appears and then gives easy-to-follow advice on how to grow it in your own house or garden. The book's emphasis is on flowers, vegetables, and herbs, but trees and fruit are not neglected. In addition, Mr. Swenson describes biblical gardens in both North America and Israel which interested readers can visit. The author also offers tips and suggestions for a child's indoor garden and a list of further reading for those who wish to pursue the study of plants of the Bible. The result is a book quite unlike any other, filled with practical gardening know-how while reminding the reader of the spiritual dimension of horticulture: "As you sow your seeds and plant your trees, you, too, are a part of the continuing creation of life and beauty. We are all, in fact, gardening with God". |
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Contents
PLANTS YOU CAN GROW | 3 |
SEASONS OF THE BIBLE LANDS | 7 |
THE GOOD EARTH | 15 |
THE CHANGING LAND 27 2 | 27 |
BIBLICAL GARDENS YOU CAN VISIT | 33 |
PART TWO | 39 |
FLOWERS OF THE BIBLE | 41 |
Anemone | 44 |
Lettuce | 90 |
Endive | 93 |
HERBS OF THE BIBLE | 95 |
Aloe | 99 |
Coriander | 100 |
Dill | 101 |
Frankincense | 102 |
Marjoram | 105 |
Crocus | 48 |
Cyclamen | 51 |
Hyacinth | 55 |
Iris | 58 |
Lily | 61 |
Narcissus | 63 |
StarofBethlehem | 67 |
Tulip | 68 |
VEGETABLES OF THE BIBLE | 71 |
Cucumbers | 73 |
Melons | 76 |
Watermelons | 81 |
Onions | 82 |
Leeks | 86 |
Garlic | 89 |
Myrrh | 107 |
Sage | 109 |
Wormwood | 110 |
FRUITS OF THE BIBLE | 113 |
Apples and Apricots | 117 |
Figs | 123 |
Grapes | 129 |
Olives | 137 |
Palms | 142 |
Pomegranates | 146 |
Acacia | 154 |
Tamarisk | 181 |
APPENDICES | 191 |
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References to this book
A Contemplation Upon Flowers: Garden Plants in Myth and Literature Bobby J. Ward No preview available - 1999 |
Healing Plants of the Bible: History, Lore & Meditations Vincenzina Krymow No preview available - 2002 |