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Metaphysical meaning of Melita (mbd)

Metaphysical meaning of Melita (mbd)
Melita, mel'-1-tå (Gk.)--flowing with honey; honeysweet; sweetened with honey; yielding honey.

The ancient name for Malta, an island in the Mediterranean Sea. Paul and his companions landed upon this island when they were shipwrecked, while on their voyage to Rome (Acts 28:1).

Meta. Here Melita refers to the sweetness (honey), joy, and agreeable, pleasant feeling that are sensed deeply by the individual when in his overcoming he has experienced some great deliverance from error and has entered into the peace, content, and satisfaction that follow such an experience in overcoming.

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Preceding Entry: Melea
Following Entry: Memphis