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G3218 · Greek · New Testament
Μελι
Meli
Noun, Neuter
Honey

Definition

The Greek word for honey. In the New Testament, it appears in descriptions of John the Baptist's diet (wild honey) and in Revelation's vision of eating the scroll that was sweet as honey.

Usage & Theological Significance

John the Baptist ate locusts and wild honey in the wilderness (Matthew 3:4) — a diet that symbolized his prophetic separation from normal society and dependence on God's provision. In Revelation 10:9-10, the scroll that was sweet as honey in the mouth but bitter in the stomach illustrates that God's word is delightful to receive but may bring difficult truths. The Old Testament frequently describes the Promised Land as flowing with milk and honey.

Key Bible Verses

Matthew 3:4 John's clothes were made of camel's hair, and he had a leather belt around his waist. His food was locusts and wild honey.
Mark 1:6 John wore clothing made of camel's hair, with a leather belt around his waist, and he ate locusts and wild honey.
Revelation 10:9 I went to the angel and asked him to give me the little scroll. He said, 'Take it and eat it. It will turn your stomach sour, but in your mouth it will be as sweet as honey.'
Revelation 10:10 I took the little scroll from the angel's hand and ate it. It tasted as sweet as honey in my mouth.
Psalm 119:103 How sweet are your words to my taste, sweeter than honey to my mouth!

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