G3261 — Melitos (Of Honey) | USMC Ministries Lexicon

G3261 · Greek · New Testament

Μελιτος

Melitos

Noun (Genitive)

Of Honey

Definition

Genitive form of meli (honey). Used in descriptions and metaphors involving honey, particularly in relation to God's word being sweeter than honey.

Usage & Theological Significance

The biblical metaphor of honey represents the sweetness of God's word and His provision. The Promised Land flows with milk and honey. God's commands are 'sweeter than honey' (Psalm 19:10). John's apocalyptic scroll was 'sweet as honey' in his mouth (Revelation 10:10). These images teach that God's truth, properly received, brings genuine delight to the soul.

Key Bible Verses

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, but when I had eaten it, my stomach turned sour.

Psalm 19:10 They are sweeter than honey, than honey from the honeycomb.

Psalm 119:103 How sweet are your words to my taste, sweeter than honey to my mouth!

Ezekiel 3:3 Then he said to me, 'Son of man, eat this scroll I am giving you and fill your stomach with it.' So I ate it, and it tasted as sweet as honey in my mouth.

Proverbs 24:13 Eat honey, my son, for it is good; honey from the comb is sweet to your taste.

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External Resources

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