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Beans

Mentioned in 2 Sam. 17:28 as having been brought to David when flying from Absalom. They formed a constituent in the bread Ezekiel (4:9) was commanded to make, as they were in general much used as an article of diet. They are extensively cultivated in Egypt and Arabia and Syria.

Also from Smith's (1884) +

(2 Samuel 17:28; Ezekiel 4:9) Beans are cultivated in Palestine, which produces many of the leguminous order of plants, such, as lentils, kidney-beans, vetches, etc.

In the Bible

2

Verses where Beans is named. Berean Standard Bible (public domain).

  • 2 Samuel 17:28

    They brought beds, basins, and earthen vessels, as well as wheat, barley, flour, roasted grain, beans, lentils,

  • Ezekiel 4:9

    But take wheat, barley, beans, lentils, millet, and spelt; put them in a single container and make them into bread for yourself. This is what you are to eat during the 390 days you lie on your side.

Scripture on Beans

2

Voices on Beans

1

Surfaced by name match — accuracy varies by title clarity.

Sources · Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897) · Smith's Bible Dictionary (1884)

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