{"title":"Joel A. Pugh","description":"\u003cp\u003eJoel A. Pugh explores the rich tapestry of religious history and tradition, offering readers insightful perspectives on spirituality through carefully researched narratives. His work often illuminates the cultural and historical contexts behind sacred texts and practices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith a focus on themes such as food and feasting in biblical times, Pugh’s books invite reflection on the ways faith and daily life intertwine. Readers can expect thoughtful, accessible writings that deepen understanding of religious heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-food-and-feasts-of-jesus-by-douglas-e-neel-9781442212916","title":"The Food and Feasts of Jesus","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe New Testament is filled with stories of Jesus eating with people—from extravagant wedding banquets to simple meals of loaves and fishes. \u003cem\u003eThe Food and Feasts of Jesus\u003c\/em\u003e offers a new perspective on life in biblical times by taking readers inside these meals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFood production and distribution impacted all aspects of ancient life, including the teachings of Jesus. From elaborate holiday feasts to a simple farmer’s lunch, the book explores the significance of various meals, discusses key ingredients, places food within the socioeconomic conditions of the time, and offers accessible recipes for readers to make their own tastes of the first century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for individual reading or group study, this book opens a window into the tumultuous world of the first century and invites readers to smell, touch, and taste the era’s food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Bloomsbury Publishing PTY Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48147885752556,"sku":"9781442212916","price":38.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781442212916-the-food-and-feasts-of-jesus.jpg?v=1786452634"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/joel-a-pugh.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}