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The tree of life, if there is a tree that has earned the title of tree of life is the olive tree. In Papyri from ancient Egypt, the Bible, Quran and other sacred books are multiple references to the value, importance and symbolism of the olive tree. The man's life has been developed at the same time, the evolution of the cultivation of the olive tree. Many have been their uses: a sprig of olive tree is a symbol of peace; olive oil was used as an ointment, healing and cosmetic; as light source caught Wicks and filled with chandeliers, lighting during the age average monasteries and cathedrals. The fruits of the olive tree are on the tables around the world and olive oil is, since always, one of the pillars of our Mediterranean food.