Halacha:

Science & Medicine 

Publication: Derech Hateva Volume 1

Description

Derech HaTeva is a publication of the undergraduate students of Stern College for Women.
Editors in Chief: Anna Lisa Katz and Michelle Segall

Many times throughout Tanach various forms of plant life are used allegorically to illustrate a particular point. In such cases when a specific plant is indicated, one may find upon further study that such botanical references are not made casually. Rather, the species mentioned has been especially selected based on its distinctive characteristics to properly reflect the specific concept under discussion. An oak tree and a vineyard serve as prime examples.