of Olives ...

de bene esse: literally, of well-being, morally acceptable but subject to future validation or exception

History

Eaten since 3,000 BC, olives are one of the oldest foods in the world. They originated in Greece and quickly gained popularity. In addition to eating olives, ancient peoples used olive trees for shelter, fuel and medicine. The olive tree is a symbol of wisdom and peace, and is represented in the Bible, Greek mythology and Egyptian art.