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Where Did The Phrase "A Fly In The Ointment " Originate?

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    Ointments are attractive to flies, which get stuck in the mixture if you leave the lid off.
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    Madmacstew 

    answered 5 months ago

      Research shows the answer certainly lies in the Bible.  The book of Ecclesiastes (10.i).  "dead flies cause the ointment of the apothecary (pharmacy) to send forth a stinking savour...."
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      Auggiekins 

      answered 5 months ago

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