What does the Bible say about bee?

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The Bible uses bees chiefly as vivid images of danger, abundance, and God’s sovereign rule over nations, rather than giving a developed teaching about them. Deuteronomy 1:44 compares the pursuing Amorites to a swarm of bees, illustrating the fearful consequences of Israel’s unbelief and disobedience. Judges 14:8 records bees making honey in a lion’s carcass, an unusual event woven into Samson’s riddle and the Lord’s providential purposes. Psalm 118:12 likens hostile nations to encircling bees, yet confesses that the Lord grants victory. Isaiah 7:18 portrays God summoning nations like flies and bees to judge His people. These images call us to fear the Lord, trust His protection, and recognize His rule over all creation and history.