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The concept of "tasty" in the Bible is often associated with the goodness and richness of God's provision, both in a physical and spiritual sense. While the term "tasty" itself is not directly used in the Berean Standard Bible, the idea is conveyed through various passages that describe the delight and satisfaction found in God's creation and His Word.

Physical Nourishment and God's Provision

The Bible frequently highlights the abundance and variety of food as a testament to God's provision for His people. InGenesis 1:29, God provides every seed-bearing plant and tree with fruit for food, indicating the richness and diversity of His creation: "Then God said, 'Behold, I have given you every seed-bearing plant on the face of all the earth and every tree whose fruit contains seed. They will be yours for food.'" This provision is not only functional but also enjoyable, reflecting the goodness of God's creation.

In the Old Testament, the Promised Land is often described in terms of its agricultural bounty, a land "flowing with milk and honey" (Exodus 3:8). This phrase suggests not only abundance but also the sweetness and richness of the land's produce, which would have been considered tasty and desirable.

Spiritual Nourishment and the Word of God

The Bible also uses the metaphor of food to describe the spiritual nourishment found in God's Word. InPsalm 119:103, the psalmist declares, "How sweet are Your words to my taste, sweeter than honey in my mouth!" This verse emphasizes the delight and satisfaction that come from meditating on and internalizing God's commandments, which are described as being even more pleasurable than the sweetest of foods.

Similarly, in the New Testament, Jesus refers to Himself as the "bread of life" (John 6:35), indicating that He is the ultimate source of spiritual sustenance and satisfaction. Just as physical food is necessary for physical life, Jesus provides the spiritual nourishment necessary for eternal life.

Warnings Against Overindulgence

While the Bible celebrates the goodness of God's provision, it also warns against overindulgence and the pursuit of pleasure for its own sake.Proverbs 25:16 cautions, "If you find honey, eat just what you need, lest you have too much and vomit it." This proverb serves as a reminder to exercise moderation and self-control, recognizing that even good things can become harmful when consumed excessively.

Conclusion

The biblical perspective on what is "tasty" encompasses both the physical enjoyment of God's creation and the deeper spiritual satisfaction found in His Word. Through these teachings, believers are encouraged to appreciate the richness of God's provision while maintaining a balanced and disciplined approach to both physical and spiritual nourishment.1. (superl.) Having a good taste; -- applied to persons; as, a tasty woman. See Taste.

2. (n.) Being in conformity to the principles of good taste; elegant; as, tasty furniture; a tasty dress.

4303. matam --tasty or savory food, dainties
... 4302, 4303. matam or matammah. 4304 .tasty or savory food, dainties.
Transliteration: matam or matammah Phonetic Spelling: (mat-am') Short Definition:...

2536b. chamudah -- desirableness, preciousness
... Definition desirableness, preciousness NASB Word Usage best (1), high esteem (2),
highly esteemed (1), precious (1), precious things (1),tasty (1), treasures...

The Disciple, -- O Master, Fountain of Life! Why Dost Thou Hide...
... 5. Sometimes during sickness the faculty of taste in the tongue is interfered with,
and during that time, howevertasty the food given to the sick person may be...

The Same Jesus Here Now.
... An unrecognized Stranger who turns out to be Jesus; an unusual haul of fish gotten
in a very unusual way; a warm fire andtasty breakfast for cold hungry men...

Whether the Fruits of the Holy Ghost which the Apostle Enumerates...
... Thus it is clear that a sick man delights in health, for its own sake, as in an
end; in a nice medicine, not as in an end, but as in somethingtasty; and in a...

Chapter xxvi
... expression. 14-17. And he went and got them and brought them to his mother,
and his mother madetasty things as his father loved them. And...

Life Amongst the Upper Ten Thousand
... best. Salmon is a great asset, being decorative as well astasty, and only
the hard-pressed know the many uses of a tin of sardines....

Meanwhile Florian Varillo had not Gone to Naples. ...
... And supper was soon served to him,- -atasty meal enough, flavoured with excellent
wine,"and while he was drinking his third glass of it, a man entered, tall...

Tasty (7 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary 1. (superl.) Having a good taste; -- applied to persons;
as, atasty woman.... Multi-Version ConcordanceTasty (7 Occurrences)....

Tatnai (4 Occurrences)

Tasting (9 Occurrences)

Tasteful (6 Occurrences)
... 1. (a.) Having a high relish; savory. 2. (a.) Having or exhibiting good taste;
in accordance with good taste;tasty; as, a tasteful drapery....

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