King James Version
What Does Song of Solomon 8:10 Mean?
“I am a wall, and my breasts like towers: then was I in his eyes as one that found favour. favour: Heb. peace”
Context
8
We have a little sister, and she hath no breasts: what shall we do for our sister in the day when she shall be spoken for?
9
If she be a wall, we will build upon her a palace of silver: and if she be a door, we will inclose her with boards of cedar.
10
I am a wall, and my breasts like towers: then was I in his eyes as one that found favour. favour: Heb. peace
11
Solomon had a vineyard at Baalhamon; he let out the vineyard unto keepers; every one for the fruit thereof was to bring a thousand pieces of silver.
12
My vineyard, which is mine, is before me: thou, O Solomon, must have a thousand, and those that keep the fruit thereof two hundred.
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Commentary
Ellicott’s Commentary for English Readers(10) **I am a wall **. . .—The heroine interrupts with a protestation of her purity, and of her right to marry, being of age, and conscious of being beloved.
Charles John Ellicott (1819–1905). Public Domain.
Historical Context
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Theological Significance
Song of Solomon 8:10 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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