The Root and Branches

 Here's another tool I've added to my tool box. A book! 

I find history fascinating. Especially, Biblical history.  As I delve deep into studying, the more I realize I don't know much. I thought I already did know so much! But as I take on board studying the  Bible, whose writers are Jews,"Our Father Abraham" is a wonderful eye-opener that introduces to us the world of Hebrew thought.  

Thankfully, knowing and understanding are indeed a can-be-done exciting habit to cultivate. For God, Who inspired the Hebrew writers of the Bible, delights in us when we seek truth as little children. (Jeremiah 9:23-24).  

Here's short excerpt from "Our Father Abraham":  Also concerning Israel, Hosea (in the OT) states, 'His splendor will be like an olive tree (Hos.14:6). David refers to himself by saying, 'I am like an olive tree flourishing in the house of God.' (Ps. 52:8). Thus, the Church firmly planted in Hebraic soil, finds its identity in connection with Israel. The Church is fed, sustained, and supported by this relationship." Ch.1, The Root and Branches; page 13. 

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