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The Torah contains many references to honey.
The book of Exodus famously describes the Promised Land as
a 'land flowing with milk and honey' (33:3). However,
the claim has been advanced that the original Hebrew (devash)
actually refers to the sweet syrup produced from the
juice of the date.
In The Book of Judges, Samson found a swarm of bees and
honey in the carcass of a lion (14:8).
In Jewish tradition, honey is a symbol for the new
year—Rosh Hashana.
At the traditional meal for that holiday, apple slices are
dipped in honey and eaten to bring a sweet new year.
Some Rosh Hashana greetings show honey and an apple,
symbolizing the feast.
In some congregations, small straws of honey are given out
to usher in the new year. |
