Whether or not you are religious, the Bible has a lot to say about food. It is one of the many examples of how much history and culture surround food and eating. Food can be related to much more than just the supper table.
In the The Sermon on the Mount Jesus uses both salt and light as metaphors.
Matthew 5:13-16
"Ye are the salt of the earth: but if the salt have lost its savor, wherewith shall it be salted? it is thenceforth good for nothing, but to be cast out and trodden under foot of men.
Ye are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hid. Neither do [men] light a lamp, and put it under the bushel, but on the stand; and it shineth unto all that are in the house. Even so let your light shine before men; that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father who is in heaven."
This passage is supposed to demonstrate morality and discipline. Take from it what you wish.
Salt is meant to enhance flavor (faith) and preserve
Thus, salt has the power to make bland things distinctive.
Light will demonstrate radiation, of God, or his kingdom, and the world
Light has the power to spread, and create warmth
Food relates to so many parts of our lives. The more I consume fresh vegetables, the more I feel connected to the earth, and the more spiritual I have become. I am at peace knowing that the dirt I scrub off of my beets was fertilized by tiny earthworms that are a tasty snack for a little Chickadee that is eaten by a Hawk and well... everyone knows that the hawk will never die (Go SJU!). Anyways, I think that it is important to reflect on the "circle of life," and how spectacular the food chain can be.
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