Song Of Solomon 1:13 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

A bundle of myrrh is my well-beloved unto me; he shall lie all night betwixt my breasts.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

My beloved is like a bundle of myrrh to me; he will rest close to my heart all night long.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

The writer is expressing how precious and close her beloved is to her, using the imagery of keeping something valuable near her heart.

📚 Historical Context

The Song of Solomon is a poetic book in the Bible, traditionally attributed to King Solomon, who ruled Israel around 1000 BC and was known for his wisdom and writings on love. In ancient Near Eastern culture, myrrh was a valuable aromatic resin used in perfumes, ointments, and as a symbol of deep affection or luxury, often carried close to the body for its scent. This verse portrays the intimate expressions of love between a bride and her beloved, reflecting the cultural norms of marital poetry in ancient Israel.

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