KJV ORIGINAL
My son, eat thou honey, because it is good; and the honeycomb, which is sweet to thy taste:
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
My son, eat honey because it is good for you, and enjoy the honeycomb because it tastes sweet to you.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is encouraging his son to enjoy good things that are beneficial and pleasant.
📚 Historical Context
In ancient Israel, honey was one of the few natural sweeteners available and was considered a luxury item, often mentioned as part of the 'land flowing with milk and honey.' This verse is part of Solomon's wisdom literature, where he often used everyday experiences like eating to teach deeper spiritual truths. Honey was also valued for its medicinal properties and long shelf life in desert climates.
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