KJV ORIGINAL
Thou art beautiful, O my love, as Tirzah, comely as Jerusalem, terrible as an army with banners.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
You are beautiful, my love, as lovely as Tirzah, as gorgeous as Jerusalem, as awe-inspiring as an army marching with their flags flying.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is expressing deep admiration for his beloved, comparing her beauty to magnificent cities and her presence to something both beautiful and powerfully commanding.
📚 Historical Context
Tirzah was once the capital of the northern kingdom of Israel and was known for its beauty, while Jerusalem was the glorious capital of the southern kingdom. In ancient times, an army with banners was a magnificent and formidable sight that commanded both respect and awe.
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