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Perrine, Matthew La Rue, D.D. (2)
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πήγανον

A garden herb (Ruta graveolens) which the Pharisees were careful to tithe (Luke 11:42 ), neglecting weightier matters. It is omitted in the parallel passage of Matthew 23:23 . There are several species growing wild in Palestine. It is used for medicinal and culinary purposes. It has a powerful scent, and is a stimulant. (See MINT .)

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These dictionary topics are from M.G. Easton M.A., D.D., Illustrated Bible Dictionary, Third Edition, published by Thomas Nelson, 1897. Public Domain.

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Easton, Matthew George. Entry for 'Rue'. Easton's Bible Dictionary. https://www.studylight.org/dictionaries/eng/ebd/r/rue.html. 1897.

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