| − | Whine is made by the fermentation of grapes. In ancient times there were many gods of wine that were worshiped<ref>http://www.wineintro.com/history/religion/index.html</ref> (Bacchus, Dionysus, and Geshtin for example). As wine was part of the holy traditions in both Jewish and Christian customs it was important that this wine was not blessed for other gods (which would make it unclean). Kosher and sacramental wine was watched to be sure that it was properly handled and no idolatry was preformed with it<ref>http://www.gemsinisrael.com/e_article000033155.htm</ref>.
| + | Wine is made by the fermentation of grapes. In ancient times there were many gods of wine that were worshipped<ref>http://www.wineintro.com/history/religion/index.html</ref> (Bacchus, Dionysus, and Geshtin for example). As wine was part of the holy traditions in both Jewish and Christian customs it was important that this wine was not blessed for other gods (which would make it unclean). Kosher and sacramental wine was watched to be sure that it was properly handled and no idolatry was preformed with it<ref>http://www.gemsinisrael.com/e_article000033155.htm</ref>. |