Abraham planted a tamarisk tree in Beersheba, and there he called upon the name of the LORD, the Eternal God. 34 And Abraham stayed in the land of the Philistines for a long time.
Genesis 21:33-34.
Another tree that you do not hear much about is the tamarisk tree. It is mentioned in the Bible only a few times; 1 Samuel 22:6, 31:13, and in Genesis, in the story of God promising the Promised Land to Abraham. Abraham said, “I believe you God”, and planted a tamarisk tree in Beersheba. Why did he plant a tamarisk and not some other tree? Let’s look at the significance.
Tamarisk tree
The tamarisk tree is what we would call a salt cedar in America. It is of the same family and has the same leaf and color of bark. The tree itself can get much bigger in the Middle East, while ours are more bushy looking. We saw several that were real big trees. It is an extremely slow-growing tree and has to be cared for in order to do well. Very few grow in wilderness settings; they are usually around communities where families plant them on their property.
To a Bedouin or a Jew, you don’t plant a tamarisk for yourself, you plant it for the generations to come. From the Abraham story, they took the idea that I am planting this tree to say, “for generations to come, my family is going to be here”. “This shade is for the generations to come, I’ll never get to use it.”
How much of what we do in life is done for just ourselves? Our comfort, our profit, our satisfaction? Do we do anything to bless or to plant a seed for the generations that are to come? Is there anything that you are currently involved in that will outlive you? A thought, do something this week that will benefit people long after you are gone. The desert speaks…
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Bob is the creator of this site and a disciple of Ray Vander Laan. Along with his wife of 50 years, he teaches a Bible study at Christ’s Church in Roswell, NM. He is also an avid hunter and fisher.
Thanks for your insight on the Tamarisk tree, and for your challenging question at the end.
I’ve been reading 1 Samuel and Tamarisk tree stuck out to me. I read again today in 1 Sam, that the bones of Saul and his sons were buried under this tree. I decided to check out blueletterbible.com and also google tamarisk tree to get more info. You mentioned that the only place Scripture mentions the Tamarisk tree was in Genesis, but it is also mentioned twice in 1 Sam. Just wanted to share that with you. Thanks again for your insight and charge to be others-focused.
1 Samuel 22:6
[ Saul Kills the Priests of Nob ] Now Saul heard that David and his men had been discovered. And Saul, spear in hand, was seated under the tamarisk tree on the hill at Gibeah, with all his officials standing around him.
1 Samuel 31:13
Then they took their bones and buried them under a tamarisk tree at Jabesh, and they fasted seven days.
Just a friendly word that if we take the time to read it. The writer clearly mentioned that it was in the bible couple times in genesis and 1 samuel
Laura , Thanks for pointing out the other references to the tamarisk tree found in 1 Samuel. I have changed my post to reflect those verses. I appreciate you taking the time to read my thoughts-you sound like a woman of the text. God Bless Bob
What authority would one consult to find the basis for your statement:
To a Bedouin or a Jew, you don’t plant a tamarisk for yourself, you plant it for the generations to come. From the Abraham story, they took the idea that I am planting this tree to say, “for generations to come, my family is going to be here”. “This shade is for the generations to come, I’ll never get to use it.”
Thanks for the posts and the I Samuel references. I was intrigued with the reference to the tree as I read the Genesis account and it seems to me, the tamarisk tree is a foreshadowing of the cross. Abraham planted it to make peace with Abimelech. In I Samuel 22, Saul was sitting under a tamarisk tree when he ordered the murder of the priests. Later, in I Samuel 31, Saul’s bones were buried under a tamarisk tree.
From a google search I learned that the tamarisk tree is able to grow in deserts because it sends its roots down deep and can live in saline places where other plants can’t grow. It secretes salt and water. It has little value and tends to crowd out other vegetation. It sends out huge numbers of seeds.
The cross also was a tree planted to make peace in a desert-like environment (a sinful world of death). The cross itself is an ugly object of scorn, ridicule and death. The perfect priest of God (Jesus) was killed on it as a peace offering. It represents death (Saul’s bones were buried there). Yet it collects and brings forth living water and the “salt of the earth” in the desert. Its seeds spread forth like the gospel and will eventually crowd out competitors (other ways to God and false religions).
Thank you so much for sharing this!! I was reading about Saul’s death and burial this morning under the Tamarisk tree ???? and decided to google information on it, this was very interesting!
Great insight! Thanks!
Beautiful
Tamarisk is also found in Isaiah 44:4. Israel will be blessed – shall spring up like a green tamarisk, like willows by flowing streams.
Fred,
Thanks for this addition. Your insights are pure gold! Glory to God!
Love your perspective. Thank you.
Also in 1 Chronicles 10, which is the same story of 1 Samuel 31 of Saul and his sons being buried under the tamarisk tree.
Just referencing : )
Thank you for this post.
Thanks be to God!
Thank you for the post about the Tamarisk tree. I believe your insight has helped me expand my view on it. I do wonder if I’m missing the point here though, when I read the passage in Genesis, from what I’ve researched about Tamarisk tree’s, it seems to me that not only was Abraham leaving his mark as a sign that “this is the land God has given me, and my family and their family will rest under this tree” but also it was a sign of his covenant with Abimelech and his covenant with God. A tamarisk tree can withstand extreme seasons and natural elements. Like you said, in the Middle East they grow much larger, so it could be seen from a distance. I feel that this tree was a reminder for Abraham and Abimelech for their loyalty to their covenant, and was also a promise for his family that they would rest in the land God had promised for better or worse.
I think the significance of planting the Tamarisk Tree is in that Abraham was saying that he trusted God and this was his sign of trust to the Lord, that he was planting something that he himself would not be able to enjoy, but was provision for the promise fulfilled in his seed. The highest significance of Abraham in the Bible is that he TRUSTED God…and it was his trust that caused God to call him righteous.
Thank you for the uplifting comments on the Tamarisk Tree. I was researc hing the tree because of the one that is planted next to the stone in New Mexico with the ten commands engraved in ancient Hebrew. It is in San Lunas. You might be interested in reading about it.
Thanks Elaine. I’ll look see what the stone engraving is about.
Thank you for the information on the tamarisk tree. What a blessing to know! while I was reading my Bible in Genesis. 🙂
Thanks for the insight,it shows that every symbol in the word of God has a powerful significance,if we only know how to use them for the benefit of the Kingdom and generations to come
Thank you,for your insights regarding the Tamarisk tree, the significance of the planting is varied, but the fact that we can take the message into our lives and live it out is praiseworthy. For a couple of weeks it has been in my head regarding the Tamarisk tree from another source but then I read this blog of yours which reminded me of. “How much of what we do in life is done for just ourselves? Our comfort, our profit, our satisfaction? Do we do anything to bless or to plant a seed for the generations that are to come? Is there anything that you are currently involved in that will outlive you? A thought, do something this week that will benefit people long after you are gone. The desert speaks… ”
I pray that the Lord will show me the seed He wants me to plant for future generations to enjoy.
Thanks for your insight on the purpose of the Tree planted by Abraham. it was exactly what I sought. Your insight adapts very well when searching for further understanding for why this type of tree was planted. (I’m studying Blood Covenants in Scripture). In truth, I wasn’t surprised that it was a tree because that was often a sign or memorial confirming a Blood Covenant. God and Abraham ‘cut’ a covenant (the slain animal being God’s substitute) and Abraham made one with Abimelech (with differences). They each one, became permanent partners because the life is in the blood and now their lives are exchanged, meaning what is yours in mine and mine yours and if you have need of something, you can draw from my strength, or wealth etc. Also part of the covenant was the witness (Phicol), the exchange of agreements (promises) , a sign and or memorial. The tree I would call the Memorial. Being a slow growing tree it would last into succeeding generations and be well watered! (Covenants can be generational: consider Mephibosheth. “Consider others as better than yourself” goes along with your call to think of others in what we do. (Abe’s family was protected for a long time by this covenant- at least two generations of Abimelech’s). (Genesis 21:22-34) ps These Covenants are NOT treaties. Sorry for the length of this, you may edit.
@Joan – If you have not already read them, I highly recommend Michael Horton’s “God of Promise” and Meredith Kline’s “Treaty of the Great King: The Covenant Structure of Deuteronomy” when researching covenants; excellent work here by both authors.
why the word tamarisk is not mentioned in KJV ?
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From the Strong’s entry for ‘eshel (#815), the word can also be used to signify a grove or tree: “From a root of uncertain signification; a tamarisk tree; by extension, a grove of any kind — grove, tree.” It appears the KJV interpreted ‘eshel in Gen 21:33 as “grove” and simply as “tree” in the other mentions. It’s worth noting the New King James Version updated the interpretation to tamarisk – supposedly “due to the similarity of ‘eshel to the Arabic ‘athl, ‘the tamarisk.’“
How I enjoyed reading all of the comments regarding the tamarisk tree.
I am studying Genesis and wanted to find out more of the significance of the tree. These comments have been very interesting. God is so good. It’s amazing how He ties everything together of us in His word.
So much significance that goes beyond and points to Christ our Lord. God Bless you all!…
What am I doing to have an impact on the future? Trying to share my knowledge of the Lord with nephews, nieces and their children…
However the spirit leads me : )
I am also studying Genesis and I had to stop for some reason to search for the meaning of this Tamarisk tree. There is something to say about trees and how incredible they are just by itself. In a more simple way to look at this passage I remember throughout my childhood my parents planting lots and lots of trees and i know that there many this day that are enjoying the fruits of their labor.
Resently my husband gave me a garden, in the backyard of our house we live in for 20 years, with 28 trees in it. All I can say is that I never felt so connected to this placed as I do now. Maybe there is more to understand and learn about trees. We were made to live in a garden so maybe inside of us trees make us feel like home (where the tree of live is).
Is this photo of the Tamarisk tree taken in Israel or where? A friend of mine just commented that the Tamarisk tree they stood under in Israel was incredibly cooler than the surrounding area. Is it possible that we could use the photo in a book for Translating the Bible into other languages? You can use my email for a response.
I have this tree in my garden and never looked into what it was until a dear friend from my church helps with the garden and insisted on finding out what it was. We were like wow. I have lived in my home 17years and never know. I feel blessed to have this tree in my garden, especially after looking more in to the biblical side of it. And the things that have gone on in my life. Wow love my tree 🙂
This is the center of the first American Flag and the words “APPEAL TO HEAVEN” at the top, the author of Appeal to Heave Book, Dutch Sheets of Dutch Sheets Ministries of Dallas TX. Has discovered that in the beginning of our country USA, our fore fathers looked to God for religious freedom and made a covenant with God to raise this country up to spread the gospel to the nations. Demonstrating the love of Jesus to all man kind that He died for you. Of course that was perverted through all of our history by sin and wickedness of mans heart. But we can still repent, just like Abraham and David, we to can be the apple of Gods eye. If we repent from our wicked ways and call upon God.
hmmm… maybe he thought if jesus was returning – all the christians would be raptured and then there would be wanton destruction – so the tree would bless those who needed shade before the great jumt;deng. e Justin Latif
I follow Dutch Sheets every day of the week for the last 2 years and have order the flag as I love its significance, the ever green tree “the Tamarisk or tamarix tree has a very interesting signification in the Bible but also in our Christians believes. The first flag of the Patriot was that Appeal to Heaven, way before out 13 star flag was born and I believe that we all should have one with a Spangled Banner in front of our house.
One hundred year old Tamarisk trees may be seen at Joe’s Farm Grill in Gilbert, AZ. Trees are huge with branches growing near ground (inviting to tree climbers). Location has been farming land for at least 100 years and providing abundant shade for generations
Thank you so much for sharing your insight regarding the tamarisk tree I was intrigued when I was studying the scripture in 1 Sam 22 and again 1 Sam 31 ,like all of you I decided to google it….but I wasn’t aware about this tree mentioned in Gen 21 as well so thank you.
Above all I was challenged about your comments regarding leaving a Legacy for the next generation. .woow! what a sermon!
Lastly just a thought speaking about the covenant regarding your reference in Gen 22 about Abraham, is not also the same train of thought regarding David and Jonathan covenant hence his bones were buried along with father under tamarisk tree.
I’don’t mind using my email fot further comment.
Have finally found the name of the pretty pink flower/leaf shrub sometimes seen in Wstern Australia…The Tamarisk,this week being the100th year anniversary of the 12&4th Light Horse charge to save THE wells of Beersheba.i.e.1st WW. It all came together this week…Again to remember GOD, His faithfulness to Israel, the youngest nation’ Australia, the braves horses and riders, and to we who adore Him. Thank you Lord Jesus
I also enjoyed reading these comments =after reading different commentaries this afternoon on this point -ie why did Abraham plant the tamaarisk tree 9some commentators think the word signifies a grove of trees I want able to come to much of a definitive conclusion-2thingsthat seem to be true or are true :One the planting of the tree must have been significant to himself -maybe he thought he had found a place to settle down for a while and planted the tree with that in mind -pretty sure bet that he had shade in mind -even if it was for the future -maybe he was planting the tree thinking he would go outside and sit under it and pray to the Lord as a special prayer place?Whatever the sugnificance I was drawn to the statement because it seems like its there as some kind of meaningful thing.
Your article and comments are so informative, I enjoyed reading them. In my study I have seen also that the tamarisk was both sign for his peace treaty with Abimalech and mark of his trust to God of the promised inheritance thus he called upon God as witness to the treaty. Note Abimalech brought Phicol as witness.
Great resources, thanks to all.
I just moved to a street named TAMARACK, as I was studying my Bible this morning, I read about the planting of the Tamarisk tree.
I feel that the LORD has moved me here; lots of trees – the Raintree is here too.
I’m taking the Text Studies in Midrash, Mishnah & Gemara class at JUC in Israel and our teacher, Rabbi Moshe just taught something on the tamarisk tree I never knew. He said the Hebrew word for tamarisk is אשל (eschol). It is an acronym for א-achila (food), ש-schtiya (drink/שתייה) & ל-levaya (accompaniment/hospitality/לִוּוּי). The tamarisk/eschol tree that Abraham planted was meant (in midrash) to signify all these things for generations to come; food, drink & hospitality. Also when the spies bring back the huge clusters of grapes & pomegranates it’s from the Valley of Eschol!
In modern Hebrew eschol is the word for a business expense write off.
So fun! The Text is SO rich!
Yes, the article (and comments) are enlightening.
An additional “twist” to this though. Other places where “grove” is translated (KJV) is Strong’s 842. This is translated in other versions as “Asherah” which was a Canaanite goddess, allegedly originally the counterpart to Baal. Apparently too though this goddess had different names all over the near east. Interestingly though, she was also represented by a tree or grove of trees.
Now some people interpret this as the counter part to the tamarisk tree; although it doesn’t come from the same root Hebrew word. This word has a male root “Ashar” which means “to go in a strait line”.
Now some Hebrew scholars say Asherah was Yahweh’s wife. (Which actually doesn’t make a whole lot of sense if you have a famine version of a male root word.) But anyway: it’s alleged that “Queen of heaven” as referenced in Jeremiah is a reference to this Asherah goddess. Now the Roman Catholic Church picked up the title “Queen of heaven” and applied it to Mary back in the 5th century. Backing up further though, around about the middle of the 2nd century Mary was given the title of “Domina” which is the feminine version of the latin word for “Lord”.
So interesting that this Asherah goddess who was alleged to be the wife of Yahweh; reemerges in the 2nd century as female version of “Lord” later dubbed “Queen of Heaven”.
Hum…. may we all think about that one a bit.
I love this, Anne. This is an awesome teaching.
I was reading this morning 1 Samuel 22: 6-7
and Tamarisk tree stuck out at me and why God felt the need to mention the name of the tree or for that matter mentions the name of the trees in the bible when the story is being told. It was super cool that others thought the same thing and come together and talk about it sharing insight and knowledge. Love it!
thank you
Actually Laura, Genesis was not the only reference Bob alluded to about the tamarisk tree. He also mentioned. He also referenced 1 Samuel 22:6 and 1 Samuel 31:13.
Scripture says the Righteous are trees of righteousness, the planting of the Lord Isaiah 61:3 . Psalm 92:12-13 describes the Righteous as palm trees. The palm tree has a unique rooting system. It’s bulbs store water that supplies the tree for long periods even in drought. The heat of wilderness doesn’t bother it so it’s leaves stay green like an evergreen. Jeremiah says they that trust in the Lord are like that tree described above; so does Psalm 1. The allegory of the trees in Judges 9 is very interesting. The characteristics of the tamarisk tree is particularly significant as it is related to manna. Manna is described as a substance exuded from the tamarisk tree.
Just heard a study that was interesting on the Tamarisk. It grows slowly in soil with high salt content. During the heat of the day it secretes salt. The salt dries on the trees in the day and at night the tree absorbs water from the air. In the morning water evaporates and creates a sort of air conditioning. They say it can be roughly 10 degrees cooler under a Tamarisk than another shade tree. Some water also drips and they say can be collected for drinking. Did Abraham know his family would be traversing that land? Did he plant the tree for generations to come? A place of cool refuge. I also read that there was an aphid that lived on the tree and secreted honey dew. So the Tamarisk could truly be the tree that provides food, drink, and cool accommodations. So many little details we can overlook if we just read and don’t study. God provides today and for generations to come. Praise His holy name.
They take the salt out of the water i.e. abraham desalinated his water pit. It’s interesting given the promise this place is still the fastest growing place in ISREAL which was promised to abraham and subsequently Ab promised to his general.
Likewise in my studies of Genesis 21:22-33 came across the Tamarisk tree. I have read most of the reviving comments posted by many. They are awesome and would like to add few notes.
NB: Seals in every treaty or agreement is very important but depends on ones in-depth understanding. Biblical happenings possess master keys to which every believer could benefit once having gain understanding.
1. The King in verse 23 requested for trans-generational treaty from Abraham, he used me or my children or my descendants. Such a wise King, an important message in that, we need to take decisions and actions having generational cup on.
2. The King does not make such deal with just any man but a fellow they could clearly see; verse 22b- God is with you in everything you do. NB: if nations and people around you could see God with you…. surely they ll submit to you or negotiate futuristic-ally with you. … have much to write…lol
3. Out of the treaty… the following happened…. a new town was born…Beersheba… King received 7 productive ewes to affirm Abraham dug the well…. the Tamarisk tree was a seal to such generational treaty between these great men (a king & a friend of God)…..
4. Abraham called God at the Tamarisk tree as a way of making divinity seal and remember such deal… when heaven is involved ….is a done deal…lol
Where did the wood come from that Abraham used in the obedient sacrifice of his son Isaac? Future generations….was the grove planted for this purpose?
In Genesis 20, Abraham had just showed some disbelief as he let his wife Sarah be taken into Abilimek’s harem because he feared for his life. Remember, God had promised that his descendents would be countless, so he would not die before he had a son! Planting such a slow growing tree that needed care so it would outlive Abraham indicates emerging faith in Abraham. He beieved he would have descendents that would care for the tree! A demonstration of his faith. I am glad God is patient with our developing faith.
In Genesis 20, Abraham had just showed some disbelief as he let his wife Sarah be taken into Abilimek’s harem because he feared for his life. Remember, God had promised that his descendents would be countless, so he would not die before he had a son! Planting such a slow growing tree that needed care so it would outlive Abraham indicates emerging faith in Abraham. He believed he would have descendents that would care for the tree! A demonstration of his faith. I am glad God is patient with our developing faith.
I too love and appreciate Ray Vanderlaan. I’m thrilled to find your explanation and readers comments concerning the tamarisk tree. Once again Gods word spills out riches!
Thank you everyone for all your comments. I am reading 1 Samuel today as part of my daily devotion from Youversion’s Old Testament 2 reading plan and decided to google the Tamarisk tree. I believe it’s no coincidence that the Lord has led me to discover it’s significance related to the Cross on this day, Good Friday. I have faith that through God’s ever-growing church, the “salt of the earth” and it’s influence, especially this season, lives will be transformed and Prodigals returning back to the Father through the power of Holy Spirit poured out on His sons and daughters.
I also was reading in Genesis about the Tamarisk tree. Was very interesting to find out about why Abraham planted this tree.
Praise the Lord..
Trees gives off good energy and cleanses the environment.It produces positive energy thus cleans off the negative energy.Tamarisk tree was seen as a spiritual cleanser tree for Abraham and that was one reason he washed the 3 spiritual mens feet under the tree.(Genesis 18:4).Saul and his official came under the Tamarisk tree to have their meeting, cleansing of negative thoughts and having clear conscience to make good decision.I believe it was also the totem tree for the tribe of Benjamin as Saul was a Benjamite.Thus he was burried under the Tamarisk tree.
I truly believe that in these last days we need to be as strong as the Tamarisk Tree. The Patriarchs before us had great trials and they called upon the name of the Lord. Abraham was going through much, but it was his delight to plant the Tamarisk Tree and call upon the name of the Lord.
God’s Word must be our Tamarisk Tree. Let it be planted deep in the water tables of your heart to slowly strengthen you and give you peace as you call upon the name of the Lord, just as Abraham did. No one else can give you and I peace in these last days. Are we looking to family members or someone who we think is wise enough to help us feel comfort? No one on this earth can do that. This is a spiritual thing, it’s not anything that can be seen with our earthly eyes. No material object, no computer, phone or technical object can give us eternal peace in a world of trouble. Only God can be our refuge, our fortress, and a present help in these times where trouble is in the air. We can still find our peace in Him.
It is not time to focus on the world, the media, or all the daily news for our peace, because peace can only come like a beautiful flowing river as we focus on the Lord who brings peace to our heart. As we do, the Lord will give us a peace that passes all understanding to keep our heart and our mind stayed upon Him.
After peace comes, we need to hold onto that peace every moment of the day. Making God’s Word a priority and seeking Him first each day gives God the chance to work in our life before the enemy tries to distract us, because all he wants to do is get you offended, upset, and angry at situations and people to rule our day. After we have focused on the Lord, the moment we are awake, we must maintain that peace. I have found that every moment of the day, I have an opportunity to be disturbed or to live in peace. It is our choice, our decision, and our will to do this or that. When an event arises, I remember the Lord. I talk to Him, and say the name, “Jesus”, quote a verse that fits the situation, or sing a song unto the Lord to break away from unrest that tries to fill my heart.
Yes, there are times I don’t do this and then wish I did. None of us are perfect, but we must resist the enemy and get our minds focused back on God when we fail to seek the Lord’s help, We ask Him to forgive our failures, in Jesus’s name, He forgives us and then we begin again in Him.
The Lord really is your Shepherd if you will let Him be. The Holy Spirit of God really will bring scriptures to your remembrance in our time of need. He will truly lead and guide you if you ask Him. The Lord waits to hear from you. We must do something and as we do, He responds.
From what everyone shared, I realized this Tamarisk Tree took a lot care to grow strong. It takes us staying close to the Lord for Him to help us, for He cares for you. It is hard to weather the storms of this life, as it was for Abraham and all those who have gone before us. This tree has deep roots that can go far down into the water tables to thrive. We will remain as stable as this tree if we are washed by the water of His Word daily.
Over time God’s Word is deeply embedded within us. No one can take His Word from our heart once we focus on it, because we have it deep within. The enemy of our soul can’t steal it, but we can use it to resist him, in the name of Jesus.
This Tamarisk tree thrives in places that other trees can’t thrive. No matter where we are living on this earth, God is with us and for us. As we see the days approaching closer to Jesus’s return, we are to draw closer to Him through His Word, through prayer, and sharing with others the wealth of Him that we are carrying around in our heart, which is the Light of Jesus, so they too will believe and be saved.
As the world becomes full of anxiety, we remain calm, self-controlled, strong in the Lord and living in the power of His might. While the world is doing their own thing by leaning on their own understanding, becoming anxious, depressed, disappointed, unforgiving, and bewildered at the events in the news, we are to “Walk in His Light and Be Not Afraid”. We are to remember, “When Darkness Seems to Be Around You, He Is There.” Both of these quotes were given to me at different trying times in my life and I realize today, they are for everyone who will receive them and are going through trials. Remember to trust the Lord with all of your heart, lean not unto your own understanding, in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will direct your pathway. Proverbs 3:5-6
Thank you Catherine. I needed to read what you wrote today. I couldn’t agree with you more and I needed to be reminded of many things you wrote.
dear Catherine,
I am not usually one to write on the internet but feel at this time I must. Your paragraphs above are a wonderful summary of the true state we Christians should live in, personally I feel after many years of journey I have reached this state and even though my current “physical realities” scream loudly, my spiritual reality is more real to me. In a nutshell, faith (In God)hope (in all His promises) and love (for God and all humanity) along with total trust (in God Himself) are my firm foundation here.
back to my reason for writing here as it wasn’t meant to be about me, I want to encourage you in your writing, your insight and understanding, so clearly written down, are so much more than beneficial. I believe you should write books/blogs/socials as much as you feel our wonderful God enables you to.
God bless you and your writings.
i am writing from the middle east and been here for long time and i have read all your thoughts about Tamarisk tree as i paused on that read where Abraham planted it after the covenant.There is something of covenant with this tree.As i look at the Arab culture,they are very family oriented.These are a seed of Abraham and they do everything with generational mindset….something i keenly note with them….we must come out of I, Me, Myself as we serve a Generational God…..Thankyou all for just pouring in from the Lords cup overflowing from within you…Shalom
Doreen,
Thank you for your thoughts regarding, “There is something of covenant with this tree”, your comments on the Arab culture being very family oriented, being the seed of Abraham, and of a generational mindset. It is good to hear about other cultures. Peace be to you as well.