KJV ORIGINAL
My beloved put in his hand by the hole of the door, and my bowels were moved for him.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
My beloved reached his hand through the opening in the door, and my heart was deeply stirred with longing for him.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse describes the intense emotional response when someone deeply loved makes an effort to connect, even through a barrier.
📚 Historical Context
In ancient Middle Eastern homes, doors often had openings or latches that could be reached from outside. This poetic book uses the imagery of a lover trying to enter while his beloved initially hesitates, representing the back-and-forth nature of romantic pursuit in that culture.
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