Barley

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Two Calendars – Two Opinions

The calendar shows Passover to be on April 22, 2016. This is according to the fixed date on the Hillel calendar.
This calendar was developed to realign the months with astronomy rather than agriculture. Continue reading →

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The Grain is the Key

Abib barley is a stage of growth. The grain turns to a mellow green and can be parched and eaten at this stage. It is ripe and can be harvested, though the ripeness is not so much that the grain can be ground.
Why would any of this matter? Continue reading →

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Month of Abib?

The resurrection was unknown to the slaves of Egypt. The Israelites had moved there during days of hardship and famine under the leadership and protection of one of their own – Joseph! Continue reading →