Song of Songs - Chapter 1

Song of Songs 1.1 The song of songs, which is Solomon’s. Song of Songs 1.2 Let him kiss me with the kisses of his mouth: for thy love is better than wine. Song of Songs 1.3 Because of the savour of thy good ointments thy name is as ointment poured forth, therefore do the virgins love thee. Song of Songs 1.4 Draw me, we will run after thee: the king hath brought me into his chambers: we will be glad and rejoice in thee, we will remember thy love more than wine: the upright love thee. Song of Songs 1.5 I am black, but comely, O ye daughters of Jerusalem, as the tents of Kedar, as the curtains of Solomon. Song of Songs 1.6 Look not upon me, because I am black, because the sun hath looked upon me: my mother’s children were angry with me; they made me the keeper of the vineyards; but mine own vineyard have I not kept. Song of Songs 1.7 Tell me, O thou whom my soul loveth, where thou feedest, where thou makest thy flock to rest at noon: for why should I be as one that turneth aside by the flocks of thy companions? Song of Songs 1.8 If thou know not, O thou fairest among women, go thy way forth by the footsteps of the flock, and feed thy kids beside the shepherds’ tents. Song of Songs 1.9 I have compared thee, O my love, to a company of horses in Pharaoh’s chariots. Song of Songs 1.10 Thy cheeks are comely with rows of jewels, thy neck with chains of gold. Song of Songs 1.11 We will make thee borders of gold with studs of silver. Song of Songs 1.12 While the king sitteth at his table, my spikenard sendeth forth the smell thereof. Song of Songs 1.13 A bundle of myrrh is my well-beloved unto me; he shall lie all night betwixt my breasts. Song of Songs 1.14 My beloved is unto me as a cluster of camphire in the vineyards of Engedi. Song of Songs 1.15 Behold, thou art fair, my love; behold, thou art fair; thou hast doves’ eyes. Song of Songs 1.16 Behold, thou art fair, my beloved, yea, pleasant: also our bed is green. Song of Songs 1.17 The beams of our house are cedar, and our rafters of fir.

Song of Songs : Chapter 1

The Song of Songs: A Poem of Sacred Love

Chapter 1 of Songs begins the most beautiful love poem in the Bible. Love is depicted in a rich and poetic way, where the opening dialogues between the lovers express desire, admiration, and mutual affection. This lyrical chapter uses numerous metaphors and sensory images to describe the beauty and attraction between the couple.

Beyond celebrating romantic love, Song of Songs 1 also offers insight into divine love and spiritual intimacy. We invite you to delve into five biblical passages that resonate with the passionate themes of this captivating chapter.

Evocative Bible Passages

Psalm 45:11: "The king is delighted with your beauty; honor him, for he is your lord." This verse reflects the theme of beauty and wonder present in the Song of Songs Songs 1:8-10.

John 15:9: "As the Father has loved me, so have I loved them; abide in my love." This passage echoes the theme of deep love expressed in Song of Songs 1:2. Ephesians 5:27: "To present it to Himself a glorious church, not having spot or wrinkle or any such thing, but holy and without blemish." This verse alludes to the purity and beauty of the bride, themes present in the Song of Songs Songs 1:15.

Proverbs 4:9: "She will place a beautiful diadem on his head and give him a crown of splendor." This passage reflects the idea of ​​adornment and beauty expressed in the Song of Songs Songs 1:10-11.

Isaiah 5:1: "I will sing to my beloved a song of my beloved about his vineyard; my beloved had a vineyard on a fruitful hill." This verse uses imagery similar to that found in the Song of Songs Songs 1:6, 14.

By exploring these texts, we discover the depth of love, both human and divine, which inspires us to live in the light of faith and communion with God.