The Value of Salt

In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus likens his followers to salt and light. While the concept of light may resonate more easily with us today, the significance of salt might be less apparent. But not so in the ancient world. Salt was one considered one of the most valuable natural resources on earth. 

We've all heard the expression "is he or she worth their salt?" This saying originated from the way Roman soldiers were compensated for their service—with salt. In fact, the word…