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Song of Solomon 6

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1Where has your beloved gone, you fairest among women? Where has your beloved turned, that we may seek him with you? 2My beloved has gone down to his garden, to the beds of spices, to pasture his flock in the gardens, and to gather lilies. 3I am my beloved’s, and my beloved is mine. He browses among the lilies. 4You are beautiful, my love, as Tirzah, lovely as Jerusalem, awesome as an army with banners. 5Turn away your eyes from me, for they have overcome me. Your hair is like a flock of goats, that lie along the side of Gilead. 6Your teeth are like a flock of ewes, which have come up from the washing, of which every one has twins; not one is bereaved among them. 7Your temples are like a piece of a pomegranate behind your veil. 8There are sixty queens, eighty concubines, and virgins without number. 9My dove, my perfect one, is unique. She is her mother’s only daughter. She is the favorite one of her who bore her. The daughters saw her, and called her blessed. The queens and the concubines saw her, and they praised her. 10Who is she who looks out as the morning, beautiful as the moon, clear as the sun, and awesome as an army with banners? 11I went down into the nut tree grove, to see the green plants of the valley, to see whether the vine budded, and the pomegranates were in flower. 12Without realizing it, my desire set me with my royal people’s chariots. 13Return, return, Shulammite! Return, return, that we may gaze at you. Lover Why do you desire to gaze at the Shulammite, as at the dance of Mahanaim?

World English Bible, 2020 stable text edition. Public domain; “World English Bible” is a trademark of eBible.org. eBible.org

Overview

Song of Solomon Chapter 6 continues the beautiful poetic dialogue between the beloved and the lover, showcasing the deep love and admiration they have for one another. The chapter opens with the beloved's friends asking where the lover has gone, expressing their desire to seek him. This reflects the longing and pursuit that love often entails, as seen in the question, "Where has your beloved gone, O most beautiful among women?" (#SongofSolomon6:1). The beloved responds with a sense of confidence and joy, indicating that she knows where to find her lover, emphasizing the intimate connection they share. This interaction highlights the theme of love's pursuit and the joy of finding one's beloved, which resonates throughout the entire book.

As the chapter progresses, the beloved describes her lover in vivid and poetic imagery, comparing him to a "lily among thorns" (#SongofSolomon6:2). This metaphor illustrates the uniqueness and beauty of her lover amidst a world that may seem harsh or uninviting. The beloved's admiration for her lover continues as she reflects on his physical attributes and character, showcasing the depth of her affection. The chapter concludes with a celebration of their love, as the beloved expresses her desire to be with her lover, affirming the strength and beauty of their relationship. This chapter encapsulates the themes of love, beauty, and the joy of companionship, reminding readers of the divine nature of love as a gift from God.

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