Song of Solomon 4:5 NIV

Matthew Henry's Complete Commentary - Song of Solomon 4:1-7

Here is, I. A large and particular account of the beauties of the church, and of gracious souls on whom the image of God is renewed, consisting in the beauty of holiness. In general, he that is a competent judge of beauty, whose judgment, we are sure, is according to truth, and what all must subscribe to, he has said, Behold, thou art fair. She had commended him, and called all about her to take notice of his glories; and hereby she recommends herself to him, gains his favour, and, in return... read more

John Gill

John Gills Exposition of the Bible Commentary - Song of Solomon 4:5

Thy two breasts are like two young roes that are twins ,.... Or, "two fawns, the twins of a doe": Providence, as Plutarch observes F16 De Liberis Educand. vol. 2. p. 3. , has given to women two breasts, that, should they have twins, both might have a fountain of nourishment; and are fitly compared to twins of the doe. The hind, for the most part, brings but one roe at a time; but there are some, the philosopher says F17 Aristot. de Animal. l. 6. c. 29. , bring twins; by which... read more

Adam Clarke

Adam Clarke's Commentary on the Bible - Song of Solomon 4:5

Thy two breasts are like two young roes - I have met with many attempts to support this similitude, or rather to show that there is a similitude; but I judge them unworthy of citation. The poet speaks the language of nature; and in a case of this kind, where the impassioned lover attempts to describe the different perfections of his bride, language often fails him, and his comparisons and similitudes are often without strict correctness. In love songs we have heard ladies' necks compared to... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Song of Solomon 4:1-5

The charm of true beauty. The bride is now in the palace which is to be her residence of state. The veil is removed from her countenance, and as her royal lover and spouse gazes upon her form and features, he is filled with admiration, and breaks forth in a poetical commendation of her loveliness. The language is the warm language of love, and the figures employed are more Oriental than those which would be used amongst ourselves. But all is natural to an Eastern imagination, which revels... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Song of Solomon 4:1-6

The bridegroom with the bride. I. HIS PRAISE OF THE BRIDE . 1 . The earthly bridegroom. The bridegroom rejoices over the bride. She is wholly his. He enumerates her beauties; they are very precious to him; his great love leads him to dwell on every point. The love of the espousals ( Jeremiah 2:2 ), the young love of the newly wedded, is a beautiful thing, very tender and touching; it leaves a fragrant memory behind—a memory treasured still after the lapse of many years,... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Song of Solomon 4:1-7

What Christ sees in those who love him. As a mere story, these verses may be taken as a further attempt on the part of King Solomon to win her to whom he speaks for himself. Therefore he extols her beauty. Her eyes like the beautiful eyes of the Syrian dove; her dark glossy hair like that of the goats that browse on the slopes of Mount Gilead; her teeth white as the newly cleansed wool, as even and regular as is the fleece that has been first shorn, and perfect as is the breed of sheep he... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Song of Solomon 4:5

Thy two breasts are like two fawns that are twins of a roe, which feed among the lilies. This is a beautiful and yet perfectly delicate figure, describing the lovely equality and perfect shape and sweet freshness of the maiden's bosom. The meadow covered with lilies suggests beauty and fragrance. Thus the loveliness of the bride is set forth in seven comparisons, her perfections being sevenfold. "A twin pair of the young of the gazelle, lying in a bed covered with lilies, representing the... read more

Joseph Benson

Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - Song of Solomon 4:4-5

Song of Solomon 4:4-5. Thy neck This may represent the grace of faith, by which we are united to Christ, (as the body is to the head by the neck,) by which Christians receive their spiritual food, and consequently their strength and ability for action; is like the tower Upright, firm, and strong; and moreover, adorned with chains of gold, or pearl, or the like ornaments; of David Some tower built by David, when he repaired and enlarged his royal city, and used by him as an armory. ... read more

Donald C. Fleming

Bridgeway Bible Commentary - Song of Solomon 4:1-16

A wedding procession (3:6-5:1)As the wedding day approaches, the girl pictures the coming of the bridegroom for her as a royal wedding procession - King Solomon in all his glory coming to this humble country town to claim his bride. She pictures the scene as the procession approaches amid clouds of perfumed incense. The centre of attraction is the king himself, carried on his gold and silver carriage and surrounded by fully armed royal guards in brilliant uniforms (6-11).The bridegroom meets... read more

Robert Jamieson; A. R. Fausset; David Brown

Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible - Song of Solomon 4:5

5. breasts—The bust is left open in Eastern dress. The breastplate of the high priest was made of "two" pieces, folded one on the other, in which were the Urim and Thummim (lights and perfection). "Faith and love" are the double breastplate ( :-), answering to "hearing the word" and "keeping it," in a similar connection with breasts (Luke 12:27; Luke 12:28). roes—He reciprocates her praise (Song of Solomon 2:9). Emblem of love and satisfaction (Song of Solomon 2:9- :). feed— (Song of Solomon... read more

Matthew Henry's Complete Commentary - Song of Solomon 4:1-7

John Gills Exposition of the Bible Commentary - Song of Solomon 4:5

Adam Clarke's Commentary on the Bible - Song of Solomon 4:5

The Pulpit Commentary - Song of Solomon 4:1-5

The Pulpit Commentary - Song of Solomon 4:1-6

The Pulpit Commentary - Song of Solomon 4:1-7

The Pulpit Commentary - Song of Solomon 4:5

Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - Song of Solomon 4:4-5

Bridgeway Bible Commentary - Song of Solomon 4:1-16

Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible - Song of Solomon 4:5

Group of Brands