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Beehive
1910 New Catholic Dictionary
Emblem in art associated with
Saint Ambrose of Milan refers to his honey-tongued speaking ability
Saint Bernard of Clairvaux a symbol of eloquence, allusive also to his title of "Doctor Mellifluus" (Mellifluous Doctor)
Saint Blaise it recalls his miraculous command over animals
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Entry for 'Beehive'. 1910 New Catholic Dictionary. https://www.studylight.org/dictionaries/eng/ncd/b/beehive.html. 1910.