c. AD 77

J. BJ 3.49

The Wars of the Jews 3.49

Author
Flavius Josephus
Translator
William Whiston

The Wars of the Jews

3.49

Flavius Josephus

translated by William Whiston

49for both countries are made up of hills and valleys, and are moist enough for agriculture, and are very fruitful. They have abundance of trees, and are full of autumnal fruit, both that which grows wild, and that which is the effect of cultivation. They are not naturally watered by many rivers, but derive their chief moisture from rain-water, of which they have no want;