For over two thousand years we looked to the Bible for wisdom, solace, and spiritual support. The Patriarchs knew a thing or two. They left us poetry, history, and religious instruction. They also knew something about physical sustenance as well. The diet of the ancients was healthful, and, considering the times, they were reasonably healthy. They chose from an amazing array of unadulterated ingredients, locally grown and fresh, consumed in the sweet open air. Holy Land farmers harvested a large variety of vegetables and fruits; their diet was high in fiber, minerals, and vitamins. In Cooking With the Ancients we will attempt to eat what they ate. Not completely, certainly not forever. But for a short time and special occasions. To create a Bible Dinner for our family and guests, entertaining strictly from the Book. Ultimately, it is one more thread in the tapestry that we choose to examine, unraveling it from our earliest roots, finding continuity, traditi! on, folklore.
Customer Reviews:
Avg. Customer Rating: 2.5 / 5.0
I concur with the other reviewer:
I was expecting to get a book that gave recipes for foods just like they would have been made in the Bible. I should have known that would be too much to ask, as there weren't many recipes written in the Bible. You're better off getting the book, "Jewish Traditions" or something like that. This book takes the ingredients that would have been easily found during Bible times, and makes modern day dishes with them using modern equipment (nothing wrong with modern equipment!). The recipes aren't bad, but... more info
Biblical dribble:
This book was not what I expected. It did not contain authentic information on biblical foods nor did it contain recipes that the people of biblical times would have cooked. There may have been some exceptions to this but overall, it was not suitable for one who is truly interested in Biblical cuisine.
