Pracowity jak pszczoła. Znaczenie miodu, wosku i pszczoły w Biblii
As busy as a bee. The meaning of honey, wax and bees in the Bible
Author(s): Jarosław SzmajdaSubject(s): Language and Literature Studies, Theology and Religion
Published by: Akademia im. Jakuba z Paradyża
Keywords: Bible; Scripture; Bee; Honey; Wax; Hard work; Insect
Summary/Abstract: The bee is above all a model of diligence. Her work is hard, strenuous, full of endureand hardships, but done conscientiously, solidly and systematically. Although a bee is a smallanimal, it is able to overcome all difficulties in order to perform its tasks. The exceptionalwisdom that he possesses is, in a way, a source of strength that allows him to achievea wonderful fruit of his work and, as a result, to enjoy special recognition among others. Theindustriousness of bees has been recognized in the pages of Scripture. In Jewish opinion, thebee enjoyed great respect, which is a clear testimony of the greatest authority – the Bible.
Journal: Język. Religia. Tożsamość
- Issue Year: 21/2020
- Issue No: 1/2
- Page Range: 115-124
- Page Count: 9
- Language: Polish