Bible: 5 Poetic Books

Lesson 7: The Book of Song of Songs (Song of Solomon)

Beautiful expressions that still work today!

After that last bit of fun, let's take a look at some of the more beautiful expressions. To balance it out, let's give the top ten plus one beautiful expressions found in Song of Solomon that still work today!

10 + 1 You'll Want to Keep Handy (no catchy titles, just the beautiful words themselves)

1.

Song of Solomon 1 3 Pleasing is the fragrance of your perfumes; your name is like perfume poured out.

[Compliment her on her perfume. Show her that you notice. Pay attention to what scent she buys, and surprise her with a bottle of it one day. She’ll be impressed that you noticed. For her, do the same with his cologne, or if he doesn’t wear any find a scent for him to try…]

2.

Song of Solomon 1

Lover 15 How beautiful you are, my darling! Oh, how beautiful! Your eyes are doves.

[Complimenting on the eyes is always a good move. The eyes are a window to the soul, and commenting on them means that you are looking into them…always a good sign!]

3.

Song of Solomon 1 16 How handsome you are, my lover! Oh, how charming!

[Charm? A few nice words at just the right time go a long way to smoothing out the tough spots…]

4.

Song of Solomon 8 6 Place me like a seal over your heart

[Unity is the name of the game when it comes to a committed relationship. Find ways to demonstrate togetherness. Do something together. Help out with a project. Find a new hobby that both of you like.]

5.

Song of Solomon 4 3 Your lips are like a scarlet ribbon; your mouth is lovely.

[Of course, commenting on the lips leads naturally to a kiss…]

6.

Song of Solomon 4 7 All beautiful you are, my darling; there is no flaw in you.

[We look past the flaws of those we love when we’re in love, and accept them for who they are…warts and all!]

7.

Song of Solomon 4 9 ... you have stolen my heart with one glance of your eyes

[Love at first sight, Bible style!]

8.

Song of Solomon 5 16 His mouth is sweetness itself; he is altogether lovely. This is my lover, this my friend

[What a privilege to be able to call your soul mate your friend as well…]

9.

Song of Solomon 6 3 I am my lover's and my lover is mine;

[There is equality in a relationship. This is not a master and servant situation.]

10.

Song of Solomon 6

Friends 10 Who is this that appears like the dawn, fair as the moon, bright as the sun, majestic as the stars in procession?

[A little poetry goes a LONG way…and is remembered!]

11.

Song of Solomon 7 1 ... Your graceful legs are like jewels, the work of a craftsman's hands.

[One for the fitness buffs…]

So there you have it--some of the more beautiful expressions of love that can be found in Song of Solomon. Just remember, the next time you're with your mate, don't confuse the two lists. Please remember this one, NOT the previous one!

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