In the Bible, Jacob robs his brother Esau of his birthright in exchange for a bowl of lentil stew. This simple dish was a symbol of survival and inheritance at the time, and it’s an iconic scene of greed and cunning that inspires many interpretations even today. Jacob’s lentil stew recipe (Serves 6 to 8) Ingredients – 1/2 cup olive oil – 6 onions, diced small...
Is the biblical story of Jacob’s lentil stew a lesson in more than just cooking?
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