The bee was an early symbol of wisdom in the land of the ancient Hebrews. The wise and very busy Judge and Prophet Deborah’s name meant bee. Legends in those days portrayed the insect commuting back and forth as a resident of both the earth and of heaven where the bee learned the art of honey production. Honey must have been a heavenly flavored food item. The bee also symbolized the Holy Spirit because of its tireless work and Christ because its honey represented gentleness and compassion. The stinger of the bee, not surprisingly, was a judgment symbol. (Image from Our Christian Symbols, a PowerPoint presentation.)
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