Ancient Wisdom
The why behind it all. The Scripture, the stories, and the deep faith that stand behind every healing food, so that your trust rests on something older and surer than any science.
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"Behold, I have given you every herb bearing seed, which is upon the face of all the earth… to you it shall be for meat."
Who this book is for
Every reader over fifty who wants to know not only what to eat, but why.
What it is
The heart of the whole set, meant to be read slowly, as one reads Scripture itself.
The chapters, one by one
Below is the full walk-through of what you will find inside, in the order it appears.
- Introduction: Why the Old Ways Were Wise
- Chapter One: The First Diet, The Garden and God's Design (Genesis 1:29)
- Chapter Two: The Bread of Affliction and the Manna (the lesson of enough)
- Chapter Three: Daniel's Table, The First Recorded Test (Daniel 1:12-15)
- Chapter Four: The Land Flowing With Milk and Honey (the seven foods of Deuteronomy 8:8)
- Chapter Five: The Healing Miracles and the Foods Within Them (Hezekiah's figs, the Samaritan's oil and wine)
- Chapter Six: Fasting, Feasting, and the Holy Rhythm
- Chapter Seven: The Temple of the Body (1 Corinthians 6:19-20)
- The Quick Reference: The Foods of Scripture and Where They Appear
- A Closing Word: Wisdom Older Than Science
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Honest answers
The writings in this book are shared for reflection and are not medical advice. Please speak with your doctor before changing what you eat, especially if you take medicine.