Bay tree in Biblical History

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What is a Bay tree?
BAY TREE
Ps 37:35. "It may be questioned whether any particular tree is intended by the Psalmist; but if so, it must have been an evergreen, and may possibly be the sweet bay (Laurus nobilis), which is a native of Palestine. It is not very common, but may be found in most of the wooded dells of northern and western Palestine." -- Tristram. The leaves of the bay are much like those of the American mountain-laurel, but are fragrant when crushed, and often come to our market packed with figs.

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