Song Of Solomon 1:10 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

Thy cheeks are comely with rows of jewels, thy neck with chains of gold.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Your cheeks are beautiful with ornamental jewelry, and your neck is lovely with golden chains.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

The writer is expressing deep admiration for someone's beauty, comparing their adorned face and neck to precious jewels and gold.

📚 Historical Context

This verse comes from Song of Solomon, a poetic book celebrating love and marriage in ancient Israel. In biblical times, jewelry and gold chains were symbols of wealth, status, and beauty, often given as gifts between lovers or worn for special occasions. The imagery reflects the luxurious adornments that would have been familiar to people in Solomon's wealthy kingdom.

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