Song of Solomon 8:6-7

Matthew Henry's Complete Commentary - Song of Solomon 8:5-7

Here, I. The spouse is much admired by those about her. It comes in in a parenthesis, but in it gospel-grace lies as plain, and as much above ground, as any where in this mystical song: Who is this that comes up from the wilderness, leaning upon her beloved? Some make these the words of the bridegroom, expressing himself well pleased with her reliance on him and resignation of herself to his guidance. They are rather the words of the daughters of Jerusalem, to whom she spoke (Song 8:4); they... read more

John Gill

John Gills Exposition of the Bible Commentary - Song of Solomon 8:6

Set me as a seal upon thine heart, as a seal upon thine arm ,.... These are still the words of the church, speaking to Christ as she walked along with him, as the affixes in the Hebrew text show; in which she desires to have a fixed abiding place in his heart; to continue firmly in his love, and to have further manifestations of it; to be always remembered and supported by him; to be ever on his mind, and constantly under his care and protection; and to have a full assurance of interest in... read more

John Gill

John Gills Exposition of the Bible Commentary - Song of Solomon 8:7

Many waters cannot quench love, neither can the floods drown it ,.... The love of the church to Christ, which is inextinguishable and insuperable, by the many waters and floods of wicked and ungodly men; neither by their flattery and fair promises; nor by their cruel edicts, force and persecution; by neither can they withdraw the love of the saints from Christ, nor tempt them to desert his interest: nor by all the afflictions God is pleased to bring upon them; rather their love is increased... read more

Adam Clarke

Adam Clarke's Commentary on the Bible - Song of Solomon 8:6

Set me as a seal upon thine heart - It was customary in the Levant and other places to make impressions of various kinds upon the arms, the breast, and other parts. I have seen these often: some slight punctures are made, and the place rubbed over with a sort of blue powder that, getting between the cuticle and cutis, is never discharged; it continues in all its distinctness throughout life. The figures of young women are frequently thus impressed on the arms and on the breasts. If the bride... read more

Adam Clarke

Adam Clarke's Commentary on the Bible - Song of Solomon 8:7

Many waters - Neither common nor uncommon adversities, even of the most ruinous nature, can destroy love when it is pure; and pure love is such that nothing can procure it. If it be not excited naturally, no money can purchase it, no property can procure it, no arts can persuade it. How vain is the thought of old rich men hoping to procure the affections of young women by loading them with presents and wealth! No woman can command her affections; they are not in her power. Where they do not... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Song of Solomon 8:5-14

Part V. CONCLUSION . THE BRIDEGROOM AND THE BRIDE IN THE SCENE OF THEIR FIRST LOVE . read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Song of Solomon 8:5-14

Entire union of wedded love. I. COMMUNION OF THE BRIDEGROOM AND THE BRIDE . 1 . Approach of the bride. "Who is this?" The question is asked for the third time (see So Song of Solomon 3:6 ; Song of Solomon 6:10 ). In So Song of Solomon 3:6 the chorus of youths asks the question as the bride is borne in royal state to meet the king in the city of his kingdom; it occurs again in So Song of Solomon 6:10 , when the maidens of the chorus are struck with admiration of... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Song of Solomon 8:6

Love's prayer. "Set me as a seal," etc. 1 . That she may be precious in Christ ' s esteem. As a seal, a signet ring, of great value. 2 . That she may dwell in his love. "On thine heart." Also: 3 . That she may enjoy the benefit of his intercession. There is allusion, apparently, to the jewels engraved as a signet, and which were on the breast of the high priest of Israel ( Exodus 28:15-30 ). 4 . That she may be defended by his might. "On thine arm." 5 . That... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Song of Solomon 8:6-7

Set me as a seal upon thine heart, as a seal upon thine arm: for love is strong as death; jealousy is cruel as the grave: the flashes thereof are flashes of fire, a very flame of the Lord. Many waters cannot quench love, neither can the floods drown it; if a man would give all the substance of his house for love, he would be utterly contemned. Is this to be regarded as the reply of the bride to the tender allusion of her husband to their first love; or is it, as some think, only the first... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Song of Solomon 8:6-7

Love's characteristics. These verses may be regarded as the theme of the entire song. All its chief incidents are illustrative of the vigour, vehemence, and victory of true love. The literal story tells of the triumph of such love as seen in the maiden and her beloved, and as has often been seen in like human love. But as a parable or allegory, it tells of the love of the soul to Christ, and of his to us. I. ITS STRENGTH . "Strong as death." Death reigns. Who can resist his will?... read more

Matthew Henry's Complete Commentary - Song of Solomon 8:5-7

John Gills Exposition of the Bible Commentary - Song of Solomon 8:6

John Gills Exposition of the Bible Commentary - Song of Solomon 8:7

Adam Clarke's Commentary on the Bible - Song of Solomon 8:6

Adam Clarke's Commentary on the Bible - Song of Solomon 8:7

The Pulpit Commentary - Song of Solomon 8:5-14

The Pulpit Commentary - Song of Solomon 8:5-14

The Pulpit Commentary - Song of Solomon 8:6

The Pulpit Commentary - Song of Solomon 8:6-7

The Pulpit Commentary - Song of Solomon 8:6-7

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