King James Version
What Does Song of Solomon 2:6 Mean?
“His left hand is under my head, and his right hand doth embrace me.”
Context
4
He brought me to the banqueting house, and his banner over me was love. banqueting: Heb. house of wine
5
Stay me with flagons, comfort me with apples: for I am sick of love. comfort: Heb. straw me with apples
6
His left hand is under my head, and his right hand doth embrace me.
7
I charge you, O ye daughters of Jerusalem, by the roes, and by the hinds of the field, that ye stir not up, nor awake my love, till he please. I charge: Heb. I adjure you
8
The voice of my beloved! behold, he cometh leaping upon the mountains, skipping upon the hills.
Commentary
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary20. The second clause advances on the first. The ill-natured fail of good, and the cavilling and fault-finding incur evil.
Robert Jamieson, A.R. Fausset, David Brown. Public Domain.
Historical Context
This verse is found in the book of Song of Solomon. Understanding the historical and cultural background helps illuminate its meaning for the original audience and for us today.
Theological Significance
Song of Solomon 2:6 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.
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