Cross-References — Song of Solomon 1

5 pairs

Song of Solomon 1:2referencesPsalm 45:2
Song of Solomon 1:2 speaks of the beloved's love being better than wine, which parallels Psalm 45:2 where the king is described as fairer than the sons of men, emphasizing the beauty and desirability of the beloved.
Thematic focusLove, Beauty, Desire.
Song of Solomon 1:4referencesPsalm 63:3
Song of Solomon 1:4 expresses a longing to be drawn after the beloved, similar to Psalm 63:3 where the psalmist expresses a deep longing for God's love, which is better than life.
Thematic focusLonging, Divine Love.
Song of Solomon 1:5referencesGenesis 16:7-13
Song of Solomon 1:5 describes the Shulamite as dark but lovely, reminiscent of Hagar in Genesis 16:7-13, who is seen and valued by God despite her outsider status.
Thematic focusIdentity, Worth, Divine Recognition.
Song of Solomon 1:7referencesJohn 10:14
Song of Solomon 1:7 asks where the beloved pastures his flock, paralleling John 10:14 where Jesus describes Himself as the Good Shepherd who knows His sheep.
Thematic focusShepherd, Guidance, Intimacy.
Song of Solomon 1:15referencesPsalm 45:11
Song of Solomon 1:15 praises the beauty of the beloved, similar to Psalm 45:11 where the king desires the beauty of the bride, highlighting themes of admiration and love.
Thematic focusAdmiration, Beauty, Love.

Song of Solomon 1:2→referencesPsalm 45:2