KJV ORIGINAL
Behold, thou art fair, my beloved, yea, pleasant: also our bed is green.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
Look, you are beautiful, my beloved, yes, so delightful! Our bed is like fresh green grass.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is expressing deep love and attraction, describing their beloved as beautiful and their intimate space as fresh and natural.
📚 Historical Context
This is part of an ancient Hebrew love poem, likely written during King Solomon's reign (10th century BC). The Song of Solomon celebrates romantic love and marriage through poetic dialogue between lovers. The imagery of a 'green bed' refers to an outdoor setting among fresh grass or foliage, which was considered romantic and pure in ancient Near Eastern culture.
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