King James Version
What Does Song of Solomon 6:3 Mean?
“I am my beloved's, and my beloved is mine: he feedeth among the lilies.”
Context
1
Whither is thy beloved gone, O thou fairest among women? whither is thy beloved turned aside? that we may seek him with thee.
2
My beloved is gone down into his garden, to the beds of spices, to feed in the gardens, and to gather lilies.
3
I am my beloved's, and my beloved is mine: he feedeth among the lilies.
4
Thou art beautiful, O my love, as Tirzah, comely as Jerusalem, terrible as an army with banners.
5
Turn away thine eyes from me, for they have overcome me: thy hair is as a flock of goats that appear from Gilead. overcome: or, puffed me up
Commentary
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary**23. The fear ... life--**(Compare Pr 3:2).
**abide--**or, "remain contented" (1Ti 4:8).
**not visited with evil--**(Pr 10:3; Psa 37:25), as a judgment, in which sense visit is often used (Psa 89:32; Jr 6:15).
Robert Jamieson, A.R. Fausset, David Brown. Public Domain.
Historical Context
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Theological Significance
Song of Solomon 6:3 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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