Symbolism
There are many layers to the bee symbolism. Consider how it also probably relates to the black eye club, the flower symbolism, and what that really represents…. Credit to anons on another thread who compiled many of these….
Because in this, the Library of Babel, I am the Man of the Book
Larp likely. But an interesting character he believes he's playing.
https://www.gradesaver.com/the-library-of-babel/study-guide/symbols-allegory-motifs
Also see, the book of Ezra.
https://www.biblestudytools.com/ezra/