Root and Fruit

This book examines several aspects of genealogy as it relates to both natural and spiritual relationships. It looks at Jesus's two genealogies, recorded in the Gospels of Matthew and Luke, delineating, respectively, his royal and priestly lineages.

It also examines the vital importance that genealogies played in the Israelite nation and religion. Within these, lineages provided the necessary resources to confirm or deny one's ability to serve as a Levite or descendant of Aaron. It differentiates between vain and valid genealogies and their impact upon people's understanding of their own family histories.

Approximately two hundred sources were reviewed and excerpted as supporting elements. They are conspicuously noted, perhaps slowing down the flow of the study's narrative. However, the nature of the "call" for this work was to restore silent voices, those that, though long gone, are members of the Great Cloud of Witnesses, through their lifetimes' ministries and character witness.

This study will acquaint readers with substantial resources to fuel their personal and family genealogical and spiritual journey.