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This beautifully illustrated exhibition catalog presents the seven species of plants mentioned in the Bible - wheat, barley, grape, fig, pomegranate, olive, and date, in the context of their rich religious and cultural symbolism. Gathered together in an exhibition to mark the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the State of Israel, this comprehensive collection of superb objects from the Bible Lands Museum collection, other institutions` and private collections, are presented in quality color photos. 27x21 cm. 220 pages. Softcover. Cover edges slightly wrinkled. Else in good condition.