Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: • H1706 דְּבַשׁ (debash) • Honey
• H6688 צֳפִי (tsophiy) • Honeycomb

These Hebrew terms similarly convey the richness and sweetness associated with honey, often used in the Old Testament to describe the blessings and abundance provided by God.

Usage: The term μελίσσιoς is not directly used in the New Testament. It is a derivative of μέλι, which appears in contexts related to honey, often symbolizing sweetness or abundance.

Context: • The Greek word μελίσσιoς is an adjective that describes something related to or characteristic of honey. While the specific term does not appear in the New Testament, its root, μέλι, is found in several passages. Honey in biblical times was a symbol of prosperity and divine blessing. It was a staple in the diet and often used metaphorically to describe the richness of God's provision.
• In the Old Testament, the Promised Land is frequently described as "a land flowing with milk and honey" (Exodus 3:8, BSB), indicating its fertility and abundance. This imagery carries over into the New Testament, where honey is mentioned in contexts that highlight its natural sweetness and desirability.
• For example, John the Baptist's diet included "locusts and wild honey" (Matthew 3:4, BSB), emphasizing his ascetic lifestyle and reliance on God's natural provisions. Honey's sweetness is also used metaphorically in the Psalms to describe the desirability of God's words: "They are sweeter than honey, than honey from the comb" (Psalm 19:10, BSB).
• The concept of honey, and by extension μελίσσιoς, underscores themes of divine generosity, natural beauty, and the richness of spiritual truths. It serves as a reminder of the goodness and abundance found in God's creation and His Word.