{"product_id":"plants-of-the-bible-hardcover","title":"Plants of the Bible - Hardcover","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eFlorence and Marie-Jose Thinard\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eExplore the fascinating stories of over 45 plants mentioned in the Bible in this visually stunning and meticulously researched volume.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlants of the Bible\u003c\/i\u003e is the most extensive, in-depth, and beautifully designed guide to the plants and gardens of scripture, blending faith, history, and the natural world into a captivating visual and educational experience. This richly illustrated reference connects the ancient world to the present day through the very plants that shaped spiritual life, everyday culture, and sacred symbolism throughout biblical history. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eFrom papyrus to pomegranate, acacia to olive, \u003ci\u003ePlants of the Bible\u003c\/i\u003e examines \u003cb\u003ethe remarkable plants referenced across both the Old and New Testaments\u003c\/b\u003e, many of which we still grow today. You will discover the intriguing history of how these plants were used for food, medicine, and ritual, while gaining insight into the lands and traditions of the ancient Near East. With every page, the book bridges faith and nature through biblical quotations, botanical photography, historical artwork, and cultural context that bring the scriptures vividly to life. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eInside, you'll find: \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDetailed profiles of 45+ plants\u003c\/b\u003e that appear in the Bible, including their Hebrew names, meanings, and symbolic significance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHistorical and scriptural references for each species\u003c\/b\u003e, explaining how the plants were used in daily and spiritual life.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBeautiful photography and period illustrations\u003c\/b\u003e--from ancient tapestries to archaeological paintings--that enrich the storytelling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMaps showing the geographical origins\u003c\/b\u003e and biblical regions where key plants grew and were cultivated.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTouches of practical information\u003c\/b\u003e on how to grow or identify these biblical plants in modern landscapes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith insight for followers of all the Abrahamic religions, including Judaism, Islam, and Christianity, \u003ci\u003ePlants of the Bible\u003c\/i\u003e is a perfect gift for Bible scholars, gardeners, clergy, and anyone interested in the intersection of faith and the natural world. Offering both beauty and depth, this elegant keepsake invites you to reflect, learn, and find inspiration in the living language of plants.\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFlorence Thinard\u003c\/b\u003e was born in Royan, on France's Atlantic coast. She traded her seaside town for Paris, where she immersed herself in study and earned degrees in history, political science, and international relations. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eAfter several years of discovering the world through books, Florence decided to see it for herself. She joined groups of other vacationers and explorers, traveling the world from the United States to Turkey and from Egypt to Thailand. Upon returning to France, she became a journalist, specializing in children's press and current event analysis. For ten years, documentary writing has satisfied her intense curiosity about history and how the world works. To balance this rigorous work, she enjoys writing children's novels and tending to her garden in Toulouse. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eAt the end of a fulfilling career as a science and mathematics teacher, \u003cb\u003eMarie-José Thinard\u003c\/b\u003e embarked on a mission to read the Bible in its original form. Already competent in Latin, she began to study Hebrew, followed by Syriac and Greek. She complements her study of ancient languages and reflection on biblical texts with gardening, practicing Japanese calligraphy, and learning the Japanese language.\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 160\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.8 x 11.4 x 9.4 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e September 01, 2026\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56306648285489,"sku":"9781577157595","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1004\/9532\/7537\/files\/Gm4wtTksK49781577157595.webp?v=1789585980","url":"https:\/\/mitchellofficial.com\/products\/plants-of-the-bible-hardcover","provider":"MITCHELL","version":"1.0","type":"link"}