Now,he is trying to help people grow trees and plants in the desert -- and save water.

VOA: special.2010.07.13

The material tells of God's provision for the people in the desert, but it also tells of the Israelites' constant complaining, and rebellion.

这些材料描述了上帝在沙漠中对人们的供应，同时也描述了犹太人不间断的抱怨和背叛。

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In bad times, the desert turns into a barren wasteland, challenging the survival skills of even the hardiest of people and their animals.

VOA: standard.2009.10.06

"It's a biodiversity hotspot." About three million people will have a chance to visit the desert landscape on their way to or from the Museum.

VOA: standard.2010.08.09

"The bus went into the middle of the desert and at a certain moment the call to prayer came just lilting through the desert - first time I've ever heard it - and then the bus stopped and all of those colorful people got off the bus."

VOA: standard.2010.05.21