304: salt and salary Oct 8, 2015

Salt for many peoples has had many important roles in society. In the Book of Leviticus, the ancient Hebrews were direct,"With all your offerings you shall offer salt". Ancient Germanic tribes were convinced that the gods would be more attentive to prayers if they have been delivered in a salt mine. Roman soldiers were paid a special allowance to purchase salt called a 'salarium' which is where the Modern English word, 'salary' derives.