https://doi.org/10.21697/seb.2008.6.1.39
Syrach in his book on atmospheric conditions speaks of their symbolic meaning. Frost is like sin, the beautiful weather that makes the frost disappear is a reward for mercy (Sir 3:15). Hail, snow, also falling fast, is a sign of their rule over the world (Sir 39, 29; 43, 13.15.18; 46, 5). Hoarfrost is a sign of their care for the earth (Sir 43:19). The heat symbolizes a gift offered with a harsh word (Sir 18:16). The only defense of such gifts is love for the Lord (Sir 34:16). Fog is a symbol of prudence, and a cure for bad weather is associated with a mysterious messenger (Sir 24: 3; 43, 22). Lightning and thunder are symbols of the appearance of a sage (Sir 32). , 10) A perishing thunder may be unjustly acquired as a symbol of wealth (Sir 40:13). But the thunder may be a symbol of their voice. It never goes away and continues with a powerful echo - the one who has not defiled himself with riches unjustly earns himself (Sir 43:17; 46.17,18.19).
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