1 As the honey distills from the comb of the bees, (ODE)
Odes of Solomon 40:1
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3 For fair it is and pure and gives rest to the soul. Much more pleasant are its waters than honey; (ODE) 4 And the honeycomb of bees is not to be compared with it. (ODE) 5 For it flows forth from the lips of the Lord and from the heart of the Lord is its name. (ODE)
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Sirach 11:2–4
2 Don’t commend a man for his good looks. Don’t abhor a man for his outward appearance. (WEB) 3 The bee is little among flying creatures, but what it produces is the best of confections. (WEB) 4 Don’t boast about the clothes you wear, and don’t exalt yourself in the day of honor… (WEB)
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Odes of Solomon 12:1–3
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Wisdom of Solomon 16:20–22
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