THE BIBLICAL BEAUTY

           

Today we traveled to Neot Kedumin.  This is a nature preserve that has dedicated itself to recreating the landscape just as it was during biblical times.  The valleys and plant life are very impressive and it was probably one of the easiest walks we have taken so far.  All the trees in the area have been brought in from other places and planted across this area.  They said over 1 million trees so far have been brought to this preserve under their current project.

            

While we were there we had the opportunity to take hyssop and turn it in to spices using a simple mortar and pestle.  However, I think the highlight for all of us was the sheepherding!  We had the opportunity to divide into groups and attempt to herd sheep and goats through a sort of makeshift obstacle course.  It was quite funny to watch. 

At one point some of the guys equated the extremely frustrating experience of getting the sheep to obey to how God must feel when dealing with us at times.  Some of the guys even had the chance for a photo op with one of the small lambs draped across their shoulders. 

In all, today was a great day to really see some more of the beauty of the country side, and to have an amazing opportunity to get a glimpse into how the people we read about in scripture lived on a daily basis.