There are threescore queens, and fourscore concubines, and virgins without number.
Hay sesenta reinas, ochenta concubinas, y jóvenes innumerables.
El rey tiene muchas mujeres en su corte, pero ninguna se compara con su amada.
📚 Contexto Histórico
The Song of Solomon is set in the context of ancient Israel's monarchy, particularly during the reign of King Solomon, who was known for his wisdom, wealth, and extensive harem as described in other biblical texts like 1 Kings 11. This verse uses poetic hyperbole to highlight the speaker's admiration for his beloved, contrasting her with the many women in royal courts, which was a common cultural practice in the Near East to symbolize status and abundance. While the numbers are likely exaggerated for literary effect, they reflect the polygamous norms of the time, though the book as a whole celebrates the beauty of exclusive love.
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