Grilled Sow's Womb for Dinner, Anyone?

By Liisa Eyerly

In my book Obedient Unto Death, describing meals eaten two thousand years ago proved enlightening. The womb of a sow was a favorite dish among the ancients and was considered a great delicacy.

I will share some of the more curious recipes in another blog, but if you believe the Roman banquet is about food, you couldn’t be more wrong.

In my previous blog, I discussed the seating chart at a dinner party—the host assigned places based on the order of a guest’s importance or popularity. The menu reinforced the pervasive veneration of social class in Roman society. A high-ranking government official or wealthy patron required more elaborate displays of deference, including painstakingly prepared foreign sauces and spiced meats, like ostrich and flamingo. The more the host tried to impress, the fancier and more expensive the food. Inferior wine was served to the lesser guests, who may also have noticed being served more commonplace courses during the meal.

Robert Smirke - Study of a Roman Banquet scene - Wikimedia.org - Yale Center for British Art

While honoring specific guests, the banquet also highlighted the host’s pedigree, family wealth, education, and, most importantly, status. The slaves laid out the best silver and, if the family was extremely wealthy, crystal goblets. One and two-handled cups made from carved onyx, blown glass, and gem-encrusted bronze, silver, and gold were all in use. However, the more affordable and abundant tableware for those of us reclining on the right-side couch was terracotta pottery.

British Museum London 

The evening was a production of exotic dishes, imported wines, and entertainment. Triclinia (dining rooms) were designed—you guessed it—to show off the family money, education, travel, sophistication, and oratory skills. Walls were painted, floors displayed mosaics, and statues adorned the room, all featuring ancient myths, battles, heroes, heroines, famous poets, politicians, emperors, gods, and goddesses. Like today's media, these cultured decorations inspired thought-provoking debates and stimulating conversation. 

                                                        Triton, aquatic deity

Arno river deity 

Guest recitations of poetry, prose, or song were encouraged as part of the evening's enjoyment and were often accompanied by hired musicians playing the flute, lyre, or pipes. Depending on the guest list, dancing girls or acrobats might be swirling and tumbling to the audience's approval. Mime was a favorite entertainment choice, as were the more expensive gladiatorial contests and wild animal acts. The following jug depicts a female acrobat shooting an arrow with her feet.

Marcus Cyron, CC BY-SA 3.0 <https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0>, via Wikimedia Commons

Attractive servers and slaves contributed to a delightful dining experience, with the smallest details calculated to underscore the host family’s prominence, wealth, and, most importantly, their status.

Even after two millennia, some customs have not changed.

Liisa Eyerly’s Secrets of Ephesus series adds a Christian twist to first-century Roman Empire mysteries. Her debut novel, Obedient Unto Death (2022), won the Eric Hoffer First Horizon Award and first place in Spiritual Fiction. The second book, Fortunes of Death, launches on October 15th. A lifelong mystery lover, Liisa was inspired by the Apostle Paul’s depiction of early Christians. After careers in teaching, librarianship, and stained glass, she began writing full-time at fifty. Liisa lives in northern Wisconsin with her husband and enjoys pickleball, kayaking, Bible study, and visiting Ancient Roman sites.

Did You Know.... Bible Trivia

by Naomi Craig

I love random trivia . In many forms like behind the scenes info about movies (Did you know in the musical Singin' In The Rain where Kathy Seldon does voice overs for the star, Lina Lamont, only the actual movie people thought Debbie Reynolds' (Kathy) voice wasn't mature enough so Jean Hagen (Lina) sang the movie song "Would you?" ----Ending up being Lina covering for Kathy who was covering for Lina)

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Historical tidbits---why I love this blog

And Random Bible Trivia.

I don't know why.

There is a sense of pride when I know the most answers in the American Trivia board game.

So let's get into some interesting Bible trivia.

Did you know the Bible is not only the best-selling book in the world (100 million per year ) but also the most shoplifted.

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Did you know in 1631, a publishing company accidentally omitted the word "not" from the 7th commandment? Around 1,000 copies were distributed before "thou shall commit adultery" was noticed. This version is known as the Sinner's Bible or the Wicked Bible.

How's your trivia inside the Bible?

Did you know about the left-handed assassin and the obese king?

The dead man comes to life at Elisha's sepulchre.jpg, Wikimedia

Did you know a man came back to life after his dead body touched the (very dead) bones of a prophet?

What about an Iron ax head floating in water?

Did you know there is a woman credited with building three cities?

Donkeys talking? Sounds like a cartoon or fantasy movie, but it's actually in the Bible first

Og's Bed (crop).jpg, Wikimedia

Did you know a man had a bed 13 1/2 feet long and 6 feet wide. (I'll give you a hint, it wasn't Goliath)

Or how about the man whose hair weighed 6 1/4 lbs. when it was cut annually.?


Did you know all these? What other random tidbits should be included?

Author of Biblical fiction, avid reader, and pastor's wife, Naomi loves reading the Bible and imagining how things were at the time. When she’s not serving in various areas at church or trying to stay on top of mountains of dishes, you'll most likely find her enjoying a good book and a cup of coffee. Naomi is the founder of Biblical Fiction Aficionados Community on Facebook and co-hosts #BehindTheStory on YouTube. When not writing or trying to wrangle social media, Naomi attempts to get her rescue dogs to be cute on command for the many pics she takes throughout the day.

What was your favorite Biblical Fiction you read that released in 2023?

Come on over to Biblical Fiction Aficionados and vote for the 2023 Readers' Choice Award

Christmas at the Castle PLUS GIVEAWAY!

by Naomi Craig

                    

What's a better way to get in the Christmas mood than with a collection of stories? The common thread?
All take place at a castle😍🏰🏯



In castles far and near, long ago and yesterday, find happily-ever-afters wrapped in love and tied with Christmas joy.

The Lights of Castlebourne (by Cathe Swanson and Chautona Havig):
                             
Out of this collection, I loved that two of my favorite authors, Chautona Havig and Cathe Swanson teamed up to create a memorable book set around Sydney, a landscape designer, who wishes only to create memorable landscape designs at a castle. When you add in a skunk, an electrician, a cousin, a dog, and a grumpy owner of the castle, and The Lights of Castlebourne grabbed my attention, and would not let me put the book down. Both of these authors create books I love reading and this story definitely lived up to my expectations.~ Patti P, Amazon Reviewer



The Girl From Dalarna (by Olivia Talbott):
                                  

The Girl From Dalarna by Olivia Talbott is a historical fiction set in 1833 Sweden. It was a very emotional story, Linnea had to leave her family and home and go to a larger city to try to provide for her mother and sisters after her father’s death. Despite her exceptional beauty she was shy with a stutter and just wanted to be left alone to do her job. It was very interesting to read the story and see how her life changed. I really appreciated Rane and think that everyone should have a Rane in their life.~Donna C, Amazon Reviewer


The Cross at Morioka Castle (by Kathleen J. Robison):


                                
This one was my favorite in the collection, but I have a huge interest in the Japanese culture. This little novella was like visiting with friends of mine who have returned to their home country, one I would dearly love to visit someday. The romance was sweet, and I loved how it illustrated how God puts the exact people in our path that we need at just the time when we need them. The author also did an amazing job of portraying the struggle of Japanese Christians, caught between cultural tradition and faith. ~eLynda, Amazon Reviewer




The Ghost of Christmas... (by Denise L. Barela):
                              
I will admit I am a huge fan of Neuschwanstein Castle so I automatically geeked when I found out that it was the setting for this story. Abbi jumps at a chance to spend Christmas at Neuschwanstein and is swept into the magic of the Castle.This is the second book that I have read by Barela and I can’t wait to see what she writes next. I would love to see a series based on the characters who live and work in the castle.~Donna, Amazon Reviewer


Crystal Clear (by Marguerite Martin Gray):

                              

Probably the closest to what I expected from the collection, this novella has a real focus on Christmas and the miracle Jesus brings to all of us, regardless of the season. I loved the setting, the characters, and the storyline. I could smell the pine in the air, so vivid were the descriptions, and I felt like I was right there with the characters, experiencing the joy of the season, even in a difficult time.~eLynda, Amazon Reviewer



The Weary World Rejoices (by Naomi Craig):

                                 
You may think you’ve heard the Christmas story a million times, but until you see it through Amal’s eyes, you are missing something! My heart rejoiced along with Amal’s by the conclusion of this novella. The Weary World Rejoices by Naomi Craig is Biblical fiction that will make you shiver, review Scripture, cry, cheer, evaluate how you treat Scripture (all while being an unputdownable story)!~ Babbling Becky L, Amazon Reviewer


                     

Grab a mug of something hot and delicious and curl up somewhere comfy. Your literary chariots await to take you on a journey from an early twentieth-century castle overlooking the Mississippi all the way back to the Holy Land at the time of Jesus' birth. These six novellas, all set in castles real and fictional, celebrate the heart and joy of Christmas.




I'm hosting a giveaway! Let me know in the comments which Christmas novella looks most intriguing to you! (if you are still reading in your email, you will need to go online. Also, sometimes our platform doesn't like browsers--Chrome or firefox seem to work better)


All commenters will be entered in a random draw for an ebook of Keeping Christmas vol. 1

Merry Christmas! May the Prince of Peace be with you this season!

                                                  

Author of Biblical fiction, avid reader, pastor's wife, Naomi loves reading the Bible and imagining how things were at the time. When she’s not serving in various areas at church or trying to stay on top of mountains of dishes, you'll most likely find her enjoying a good book and a cup of coffee. Naomi co-hosts #BehindTheStory on YouTube and helps facilitate Biblical Fiction Aficionados Community on Facebook. When not writing or trying to wrangle social media, Naomi attempts to get her rescue dog to be cute on command for the many pics she takes throughout the day.


Keeping Christmas vol 1 is also available on Kindle Unlimited

Unsung Hero: Mordecai

By Sherri Stewart

 

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For the last few months, I’ve been sharing stories of unsung heroes—people who’ve risked their lives for their Lord. But an interesting thing happened recently that made me set aside my plans: namely, Mordecai. I turned on the radio, and the DJ said Mordecai. I opened a book, and there was the name Mordecai. The day before, I read the word Mordecai in a blog the same moment as someone said the name on TV. So, for some reason, God wants me to write about Mordecai. Maybe one of you readers will know the reason why. Let me know.

We read about Mordecai in the Book of Esther. Actually, the book should be called Mordecai and Esther because they both were willing to sacrifice their lives for their faith. Mordecai was a Jew from the tribe of Benjamin living in Persia (Iran). His great-grandfather, Kish, had been exiled to Babylon seventy-plus years before, so one can assume that Mordecai was born in exile. Many Jews returned to Israel after seventy years in captivity, but Mordecai’s father chose to stay in Babylon, and then Persia years later. Why? Because they’d never lived in Israel. They’d built lives in Persia, and it was home to them. Although Esther (Hadassah in Hebrew) and Mordecai were cousins, Mordecai was old enough to be her uncle. When both her parents died, Mordecai adopted Esther and raised her as his own daughter. She was used to following his advice, so when he told her not to reveal that she was Jewish, she obeyed. www.praiselibrary.wordpress.com. The fact that Mordecai didn’t want her to reveal her ethnicity tells us that Jews weren’t accepted by the Persians, just as Jews have been considered outsiders wherever they’ve lived.

At the time of the book of Esther, Ahasuerus was the king of Persia, commonly known as Xerxes, and he was seeking a new wife to replace Queen Vashti, who’d been deposed because she refused to appear at one of his drunken parties. Esther was beautiful in appearance and character, and she was taken to the king’s palace along with the other candidates. Xerxes would only choose one to be the queen. The others would be part of his harem, never being able to marry for the rest of their lives. Esther found favor with the king and was chosen to wear the crown.

 

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So much of the book of Esther shows God’s providence, even though the name of God is never mentioned in the book. Mordecai overheard two of the king’s officers’ plan to assassinate the king, so Mordecai told Esther who told the king and averted the conspiracy. We learn from this that Mordecai was not afraid to do what’s right, even if it involved blessing his enemy. As a result of his courage, Mordecai’s name was written in the book of the Annuls, which would be important later. 

 

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From Herod to Hitler, history shows us how often one person’s hatred for the Jews can spread to the point that the whole race is in danger of being exterminated. For Mordecai, that person was Haman. Because Mordecai refused to bow to Haman, a nobleman, not only did Haman want to kill Mordecai, but he also wanted to exterminate every Jew that lived in Persia. Esther 3:13 says, “Dispatches were sent by couriers to all the king’s provinces with the order to destroy, kill and annihilate all the Jews—young and old, women and children—on a single day, the thirteenth day of the twelfth month, the month of Adar, and to plunder their goods.” Mordecai responded by wearing sackcloth and ashes, which got the attention of Esther. We learn here that Mordecai is passionate about his people, the Jews. He sent Esther a copy of the edict with the famous admonition: “For if you remain silent at this time, relief and deliverance for the Jews will arise from another place, but you and your father’s family will perish. And who knows but that you have come to your royal position for such a time as this?” In response Esther told Mordecai to ask all the Jews in Persia to fast and pray for three days, then she would tell the king who she was. 

 

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God answered. The king couldn’t sleep so he pulled out the Annuls and read about Mordecai’s thwarting of the assassination. This happened just before Haman was to meet with the king to tell him his plans to impale Mordecai. Instead, the king wanted to know what could be done to honor a person who delighted the king. Of course, Haman thought the king was talking about himself (ch.6). So not only did Haman end up honoring Mordecai despite his desire to kill him, but also, Haman was hanged on the seventy-foot pole he had erected to hang Mordecai on. Oh, the irony, or was it sweet justice?

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King Ahasuerus reclaimed the signet ring he’d given to Haman and gave it to Mordecai. The king wrote a new edict that gave the Jews the legal right to exist like other human beings. “The king’s edict granted the Jews in every city the right to assemble and protect themselves; to destroy, kill and annihilate the armed men of any nationality or province who might attack them and their women and children, and to plunder the property of their enemies.” (Esther. 8:11)

 

 

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It’s possible that Mordecai wrote the book of Esther because he recorded all the events (9:20), and who else would know what he’d said to Esther? He also proposed that all Jewish people remember what God did by celebrating Purim. The holiday of Purim is celebrated every year on the 14th of the Hebrew month of Adar (early spring). It commemorates the divinely orchestrated salvation of the Jewish people in the ancient Persian empire from Haman’s plot “to destroy, kill and annihilate all the Jews, young and old, infants and women, in a single day.” Literally “lots” in ancient Persian, Purim was thus named since Haman had thrown lots to determine when he would carry out his diabolical scheme. Mordecai presents us with a blueprint of how to live life in the midst of a hostile and unaccepting world.

 

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Selah Award finalist Sherri Stewart loves a clean novel, sprinkled with romance and a strong message that challenges her faith. She spends her working hours with books—either editing others’ manuscripts or writing her own. Her passions are traveling to the settings of her books and sampling the food. She traveled to Paris for this book, and she works daily on her French and German although she doesn’t need to since everyone speaks English. A widow, Sherri lives in Orlando with her lazy dog, Lily. She shares recipes, tidbits of the book’s locations, and other authors' books in her newsletter.

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What Hides behind the Walls

If the Nazis stole your house, wouldn’t you be justified in stealing it back now that the war is over?

When Tamar Feldman admits to her husband, Daniel, and mentor, Neelie Visser, that she broke into her former home, they scold her for taking such a risk. Tamar is tired of being careful. She’s tired of living in the present, as if the past doesn’t matter. But the painting of the violin girl in her former bedroom draws her back again and again. She finally steals the painting to return it to its former owner. Now maybe this small act of justice will help her start to heal. What Tamar doesn’t realize is the past isn’t finished with her yet; in fact, it’s as close as the walls in her house and even follows her to Paris.

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Pepperbox Pistols in 1840s England

by Edwina Kiernan

The Context

The 1840s marked a fascinating period in England's history, fostering significant advancements in technology, transport and industry. Against this backdrop, pepperbox pistols emerged as a noteworthy innovation of firearms technology. These compact, multi-barreled handguns played a unique role in personal defense and law enforcement during a time of social and political change. 

6-shot pepperbox pistol, cal 8.5mm, England circa 1840

The Concept

Pepperbox pistols, known for their circular arrangement of multiple barrels around a central axis, offered several advantages over traditional single-shot firearms. These pistols were relatively small and easily concealable. Their design allowed for rapid firing and quick reloads, making them a valuable tool for personal protection.

6-shot pepperbox pistol, cal 8.5 mm, England circa 1840

The Creator

One of the key figures in the development of pepperbox pistols was Elisha Collier, an English inventor. Collier's pepperbox design, patented in 1818, was known for its reliability and innovative self-priming mechanism. This design allowed users to bypass the time-consuming process of manually priming the firearm, a significant advantage compared to other firearms of the time. Collier's pepperbox was particularly popular among those who wanted a dependable and easily concealable weapon.

The Culture

England in the 1840s was a complex socio-political landscape, with urbanization and industrialization bringing new challenges to personal safety. Pepperbox pistols found favor among individuals seeking effective self-defense solutions in this changing environment. Whether for personal protection against the rising crime rates in urban centers, or as a deterrent against potential threats, pepperbox pistols played a valuable role.

The Constables

Law enforcement officers in 1840s England faced various challenges, including civil unrest, political upheaval, and the rise of criminal organizations. While most police officers carried truncheons, in order to appear less threatening, inspectors and those of higher ranks often carried pepperbox pistols, mainly as a compact yet reliable means of defending themselves and establishing order in situations of heightened danger, due to their ability to rapidly fire multiple rounds.

Interior case for set containing English pepperbox pistol, percussion, with cap and ball.

The Changes

While Elisha Collier's design was influential, the 1840s also saw various innovations and adaptations in pepperbox pistol design. Gunsmiths and manufacturers experimented with different calibers, alternate barrel configurations, and adjusted mechanisms, thus catering to a diverse range of preferences and needs. Some models even featured interchangeable barrels, allowing users to switch between calibers as required.

The Contribution

Although pepperbox pistols eventually gave way to more modern revolvers, their impact on the development of firearms technology and self-defense strategies cannot be understated. These multi-barreled handguns played a significant role in pioneering the firearm technology that followed.

Cliff Dwellings Mesa Verde, Colorado

 Well Preserved Ancient Architecture By the Ancestral Pueblo People

By Naomi Craig

Imagine with me that you are a rancher in the 1880's near Cortez, Colorado. You are searching for lost cattle among the vast canyons of the Mesa Verde area, only to look up and find this magnificent cliff dwelling, untouched by humans for nearly 700 years. *

Cliff Palace, Mesa Verde Colorado, Photo by Naomi Craig

Can you imagine being the first one to explore this ancient dwelling? 

Or what about being the ones to engineer this type of dwelling?

Navajo Canyon, Mesa Verde Colorado, Picture by Naomi Craig

I mean, who looks at this landscape and says "Let's build communities in the cliffs?"

 There are over 600 cliff dwellings in Mesa Verde National Parks, and research shows while the Ancestral Pueblo occupied the area from 500 AD, it was only around 1200AD that the cliff dwellings were built and inhabited. For unknown reasons, the cliff dwellings were abandoned around 1300 AD, and the people migrated south into New Mexico and Arizona. 

Spruce Tree House, Mesa Verde Map, National Park Service

The fortitude of these people is undeniable. They would climb the hand-and-toe holds up to the top of the mesa where they would farm and hunt. Thankfully, the Ancestral Pueblo just tossed their trash over the side of the cliff, and archaeologists have been able to learn about their habits and lifestyle.

Mesa Verde Canyons, Picture by Naomi Craig

Just to give a picture of how steep these cliffs are. 🤯🤯🤯Hope the Pueblos weren't afraid of heights!

Did you spot the cliff dwelling?

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Cliff Dwelling, Mesa Verde Colorado, Picture by Naomi Craig

I am so amazed by the ingenuity of people! 

What dreamer could see the village unfolding in the cleft of the rock face? Was the architect employed to oversee construction of the 600 other cliff dwelling in the area, or were multiple people gifted with the ability to plan out an environment that would sustain life and safety for their clan?

Square Tower, Mesa Verde Colorado, Picture by Naomi Craig

While the Cliff Dwellings at Mesa Verde were built much later than the Biblical cities of Upper and Lower Beth Horon, it seems the building techniques didn't change much. Just as the Ancestral Pueblo desired to establish a safe, profitable environment where they could enjoy life, She'erah from 1 Chronicles 7:24 must have wanted the same for her people in the hills north of the Aijalon Valley.

Have you ever visited Mesa Verde? 

Author of Biblical fiction, avid reader, pastor's wife, Naomi loves reading the Bible and imagining how things were at the time. When she’s not serving in various areas at church or trying to stay on top of mountains of dishes, you'll most likely find her enjoying a good book and a cup of coffee. Naomi co-hosts #BehindTheStory on YouTube and helps facilitate Biblical Fiction Aficionados Community on Facebook. When not writing or trying to wrangle social media, Naomi attempts to get her rescue dog to be cute on command for the many pics she takes throughout the day.

*According to the pamphlets/information handed out by Mesa Verde National Park, the credit for finding the cliff dwellings is attributed to two brothers-in-law searching for lost cattle. However if you look online, there is other documentation and timelines of discovery, including possible sightings as far back as 1765.

The find of Cliff Palace is credited to the Richard Wetherill and Charles Mason because Richard was the first one to enter the cliff dwelling even though Richard's brother, Al, had sighted this magnificently preserved cliff dwelling the year prior.

To learn more about Mesa Verde National Park Read

National Park Service Important Events In the Development and Preservation of Mesa Verde

A Woman Architect in Ancient History?

 by Naomi Craig

Ancient Egyptian Women, Wikimedia

Upper and Lower Beth Horon (now Beit Ur el foqa and Beit Ur el tachta) are mentioned several times through the Bible.

Sun looks out of the dark clouds, Wikimedia

Remember when Joshua asked for the sun to stand still so he could defeat the kings of the Amorites, and the Lord threw down rocks from heaven to defeat Israel’s enemies? (Joshua10)? That was on the ascent and descent to Beth Horon.

The Beth Horons were in the Land allotted to the tribe of Ephraim, and one of them was a Levitical city of refuge (Joshua 21:22)

Right after King Saul made that unlawful sacrifice before Samuel could get there, the Philistines encamped and were eventually driven out at the pass of Beth Horon and Aijalon Valley (1 Samuel 13:18, 14:22,31)

Solomon fortified the cities with gates and walls (2 Chronicles 8:5)

Upper and Lower Beth Horon also played into the Jewish revolt of the Maccabees between the Old Testament and the New Testament.

But what about when it was built? Or more specifically, WHO built it.

The student's manual of ancient geography, based upon the Dictionary of Greek and Roman geography (1861)

1 Chronicles 7:20-24 is a brief break from the line of geneaology. In it, the only time mentioned in scripture is “Now his daughter was She’erah, who built Lower and Upper Beth Horon and Uzzen She’erah.”

PikiWiki Israel 64666 upper beth horon village, Wikimedia

And then we are right back to the begats.

Hold on. Back up.

Women aren’t mentioned often in the Bible, so when they are it stands to reason that there was something pretty epic about this lady.

Not to mention the little fact of a woman building three cities. Even more intriguing is that two of the three cities are standing to this day.

According to my research, She’erah was Ephraim’s daughter. His dad was Joseph—you know the guy who went from slave/prisoner to Pharaoh’s vizier in a matter of minutes because the Lord gave him the wisdom to save Egypt from the seven year famine. (Read my post on the Biblical Joseph in Egyptian history here). Ephraim’s mom was Egyptian, making She’erah at least a quarter Egyptian.

I bring that up to point out She’erah would have had access to Egyptian wisdom and resources as she’s building these cities. What would have brought her up out of Egypt to build off the Aijalon Valley?

The Bible doesn’t say, but because all of the nations owed Egypt big time for keeping everybody alive during the famine, and the Bible documents that people eventually gave their land to Pharaoh when all other resources ran out. In my imagination Pharaoh pretty much had the makings of an empire.

Also, while Joseph was still alive, and for many years after, the Hebrews and the Egyptians lived in harmony. It was only much later when Joseph was forgotten that the Hebrews were made into slaves.

So here is a woman, granddaughter to Pharaoh’s vizier, part Egyptian, part Hebrew, trying to establish herself in a man’s world by building cities.

Yeah, that sounds like an easy task.

True, Egyptian women DID have more rights than Hebrew women traditionally. However, I can’t imagine all the men in the clan and camp would have been thrilled working under a woman architect.

Bethoron Tahton - Lower Bethoron 1880,Wikimedia

Have you noticed the insert about She’erah and her family before?

She'erah's Legacy

As tragedy ravages the camp, can She’erah step up and complete the outpost?
She’erah is a woman trying to leave her mark in a man’s world. Her vision and ability surpasses her father’s, yet she remains second-in-command as they are tasked to build Pharaoh’s outposts in Canaan. She knows she is worthy of the task, but her clan is skeptical.
The last place She’erah expects support is from her charioteer, but Lateef is the lone voice of encouragement. His integrity and steadfastness is a plumb-line in She’erah’s life and she can no longer deny her growing feelings for him.
Acts of sabotage threaten the construction and the shaky foundation of She’erah’s pride. It’s up to She’erah to break generations of rivalry, distrust, and jealousy—if she can learn to rely on the strengths and abilities of those around her to help.

Will she learn to trust God and others before her life’s legacy comes crumbling down around her?

Author of Biblical fiction, avid reader, pastor's wife, Naomi loves reading the Bible and imagining how things were at the time. When she’s not serving in various areas at church or trying to stay on top of mountains of dishes, you'll most likely find her enjoying a good book and a cup of coffee. Naomi co-hosts #BehindTheStory on YouTube and helps facilitate Biblical Fiction Aficionados Community on Facebook. When not writing or trying to wrangle social media, Naomi attempts to get her rescue dog to be cute on command for the many pics she takes throughout the day.


Preorder She'erah's Legacy here