King James Version
What Does Song of Solomon 7:12 Mean?
“Let us get up early to the vineyards; let us see if the vine flourish, whether the tender grape appear, and the pomegranates bud forth: there will I give thee my loves. appear: Heb. open”
Context
10
I am my beloved's, and his desire is toward me.
11
Come, my beloved, let us go forth into the field; let us lodge in the villages.
12
Let us get up early to the vineyards; let us see if the vine flourish, whether the tender grape appear, and the pomegranates bud forth: there will I give thee my loves. appear: Heb. open
13
The mandrakes give a smell, and at our gates are all manner of pleasant fruits, new and old, which I have laid up for thee, O my beloved.
Commentary
Ellicott’s Commentary for English Readers(12) **Tender grape appear.**—Literally, *vine blossome open. *(See Note on Song of Solomon 2:13.)
**My loves**—*i.e., *caresses. LXX., as before, read “breasts.”
Charles John Ellicott (1819–1905). 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 7:12 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.
Cross-References
Verses related to Song of Solomon 7:12
Song of Solomon 6:11
→Psalms 122:5
→Ephesians 6:24
→1 Thessalonians 3:5-6
→Song of Solomon 7:6
→2 Corinthians 13:5
→Cross-references from Treasury of Scripture Knowledge