New International VersionMy beloved is mine and I am his; he browses among the lilies.
New Living TranslationMy lover is mine, and I am his. He browses among the lilies.
English Standard VersionMy beloved is mine, and I am his; he grazes among the lilies.
Berean Standard BibleMy beloved is mine and I am his; he pastures his flock among the lilies.
King James BibleMy beloved is mine, and I am his: he feedeth among the lilies.
New King James VersionMy beloved is mine, and I am his. He feeds his flock among the lilies.
New American Standard Bible“My beloved is mine, and I am his; He pastures his flock among the lilies.
NASB 1995“My beloved is mine, and I am his; He pastures his flock among the lilies.
NASB 1977“My beloved is mine, and I am his; He pastures his flock among the lilies.
Legacy Standard Bible“My beloved is mine, and I am his, He who shepherds his flock among the lilies.
Amplified Bible“My beloved is mine and I am his; He pastures his flock among the lilies.
Christian Standard BibleMy love is mine and I am his; he feeds among the lilies.
Holman Christian Standard BibleMy love is mine and I am his; he feeds among the lilies.
American Standard VersionMy beloved is mine, and I am his: He feedeth his flock among the lilies.
Contemporary English VersionMy darling, I am yours, and you are mine, as you feed your sheep among the lilies.
English Revised VersionMy beloved is mine, and I am his: he feedeth his flock among the lilies.
GOD'S WORD® TranslationMy beloved is mine, and I am his. He is the one who grazes his flock among the lilies.
Good News TranslationMy lover is mine, and I am his. He feeds his flock among the lilies
International Standard VersionMy beloved belongs to me and I belong to him. He is the one who shepherds his flock among the lilies.
NET BibleMy lover is mine and I am his; he grazes among the lilies.
New Heart English BibleMy beloved is mine, and I am his. He browses among the lilies.
Webster's Bible TranslationMy beloved is mine, and I am his: he feedeth among the lilies. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleMy beloved is mine and I am his; he pastures his flock among the lilies.
World English BibleMy beloved is mine, and I am his. He browses among the lilies. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionMy beloved [is] mine, and I [am] his, "" Who is delighting among the lilies,
Young's Literal Translation My beloved is mine, and I am his, Who is delighting among the lilies,
Smith's Literal TranslationMy beloved to me, and I to him: he feeding among the lilies. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleMy beloved to me, and I to him who feedeth among the lilies,
Catholic Public Domain VersionBride to Chorus:
New American BibleMy lover belongs to me and I to him; he feeds among the lilies.
New Revised Standard VersionMy beloved is mine and I am his; he pastures his flock among the lilies. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleMy beloved is mine, and I am his; he feeds among the lilies.
Peshitta Holy Bible TranslatedMy beloved is mine and I am his, who feeds among the lilies OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917My beloved is mine, and I am his, That feedeth among the lilies.
Brenton Septuagint TranslationMy kinsman is mine, and I am his: he feeds his flock among the lilies.
Additional Translations ... Audio Bible
Context The Bride's Admiration… 15Catch for us the foxes—the little foxes that ruin the vineyards—for our vineyards are in bloom. 16My belovedis mineand I amhis;he pastures his flockamong the lilies.17Before the day breaks and shadows flee, turn, my beloved, and be like a gazelle or a young stag on the mountains of Bether.…
Cross References John 10:14-15I am the good shepherd. I know My sheep and My sheep know Me, / just as the Father knows Me and I know the Father. And I lay down My life for the sheep.
Ephesians 5:25-27Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ loved the church and gave Himself up for her / to sanctify her, cleansing her by the washing with water through the word, / and to present her to Himself as a glorious church, without stain or wrinkle or any such blemish, but holy and blameless.
Revelation 19:7-9Let us rejoice and be glad and give Him the glory. For the marriage of the Lamb has come, and His bride has made herself ready. / She was given clothing of fine linen, bright and pure.” For the fine linen she wears is the righteous acts of the saints. / Then the angel told me to write, “Blessed are those who are invited to the marriage supper of the Lamb.” And he said to me, “These are the true words of God.”
John 15:4-5Remain in Me, and I will remain in you. Just as no branch can bear fruit by itself unless it remains in the vine, neither can you bear fruit unless you remain in Me. / I am the vine and you are the branches. The one who remains in Me, and I in him, will bear much fruit. For apart from Me you can do nothing.
1 Corinthians 6:19-20Do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; / you were bought at a price. Therefore glorify God with your body.
2 Corinthians 11:2I am jealous for you with a godly jealousy. For I promised you to one husband, to present you as a pure virgin to Christ.
Colossians 1:18And He is the head of the body, the church; He is the beginning and firstborn from among the dead, so that in all things He may have preeminence.
Matthew 25:1-13“At that time the kingdom of heaven will be like ten virgins who took their lamps and went out to meet the bridegroom. / Five of them were foolish, and five were wise. / The foolish ones took their lamps but did not take along any extra oil. ...
Romans 7:4Therefore, my brothers, you also died to the law through the body of Christ, that you might belong to another, to Him who was raised from the dead, in order that we might bear fruit to God.
1 Peter 2:9-10But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for God’s own possession, to proclaim the virtues of Him who called you out of darkness into His marvelous light. / Once you were not a people, but now you are the people of God; once you had not received mercy, but now you have received mercy.
Isaiah 54:5For your husband is your Maker—the LORD of Hosts is His name—the Holy One of Israel is your Redeemer; He is called the God of all the earth.
Hosea 2:19-20So I will betroth you to Me forever; I will betroth you in righteousness and justice, in loving devotion and compassion. / And I will betroth you in faithfulness, and you will know the LORD.”
Jeremiah 31:3The LORD appeared to us in the past, saying: “I have loved you with an everlasting love; therefore I have drawn you with loving devotion.
Psalm 45:10-11Listen, O daughter! Consider and incline your ear: Forget your people and your father’s house, / and the king will desire your beauty; bow to him, for he is your lord.
Genesis 2:23-24And the man said: “This is now bone of my bones and flesh of my flesh; she shall be called ‘woman,’ for out of man she was taken.” / For this reason a man will leave his father and mother and be united to his wife, and they will become one flesh.
Treasury of Scripture My beloved is mine, and I am his: he feeds among the lilies. beloved Song of Solomon 6:3 Iam my beloved's, and my belovedis mine: he feedeth among the lilies. Song of Solomon 7:10,13 Iam my beloved's, and his desireis toward me… Psalm 48:14 For this Godis our God for ever and ever: he will be our guideeven unto death. he Song of Solomon 2:1 Iam the rose of Sharon,and the lily of the valleys. Song of Solomon 1:7 Tell me, O thou whom my soul loveth, where thou feedest, where thou makestthy flock to rest at noon: for why should I be as one that turneth aside by the flocks of thy companions? Song of Solomon 6:3 Iam my beloved's, and my belovedis mine: he feedeth among the lilies. Jump to Previous BelovedBrowsesDelightingFeedethFlockFlowersFoodLiliesPasturesJump to Next BelovedBrowsesDelightingFeedethFlockFlowersFoodLiliesPasturesSong of Solomon 2 1.the mutual love of Christ and his church8.The hope10.and calling of the church14.Christ's care of the church16.The profession of the church, her faith, and hopeMy beloved is mine and I am his;This phrase reflects the mutual possession and deep intimacy between the lovers, symbolizing the covenant relationship between God and His people. In the context of marriage, it emphasizes the exclusivity and commitment inherent in the marital bond. This mirrors the covenantal language found in other parts of Scripture, such as Hosea 2:19-20, where God speaks of betrothing His people to Himself in faithfulness. Theologically, this can also be seen as a type of Christ and the Church, as described in Ephesians 5:25-32, where the relationship between husband and wife is likened to that of Christ and His bride, the Church. The mutual belonging signifies a profound unity and love that is both personal and communal. he pastures his flock among the lilies.
This imagery draws from the pastoral and agrarian context of ancient Israel, where shepherding was a common occupation. The mention of "lilies" suggests a setting of beauty and tranquility, indicating a place of provision and care. In a spiritual sense, this can be seen as a metaphor for Christ as the Good Shepherd, who tends to His flock with love and gentleness, as seen inJohn 10:11-15. The lilies may also symbolize purity and renewal, reflecting the sanctifying work of Christ in the lives of believers. Additionally, the pastoral imagery connects toPsalm 23, where the Lord is depicted as a shepherd who leads His people to green pastures and still waters, providing for their needs and ensuring their well-being. Persons / Places / Events 1. The BelovedIn the context of the Song of Solomon, the beloved is often interpreted as Solomon or a representation of a lover. In a broader spiritual sense, it can symbolize Christ as the bridegroom of the Church. 2. The ShulammiteThe speaker in this verse, traditionally understood to be the Shulammite woman, who represents the bride or the Church in allegorical interpretations. 3. LiliesA symbol of beauty and purity, often used in biblical poetry to describe the beloved's environment or the nature of their love. 4. The VineyardWhile not directly mentioned in this verse, the vineyard is a recurring motif in the Song of Solomon, symbolizing a place of love and intimacy. 5. The ShepherdThe imagery of grazing suggests pastoral scenes, which can symbolize care, provision, and guidance, often associated with Christ as the Good Shepherd. Teaching Points Mutual Belonging in RelationshipsThe verse highlights the importance of mutual love and commitment in relationships, reflecting the ideal of selfless love in marriage. Christ and the ChurchThis verse can be seen as an allegory for the relationship between Christ and the Church, emphasizing the deep, personal connection believers have with Christ. Purity and Beauty in LoveThe imagery of lilies suggests that love should be pure and beautiful, encouraging believers to cultivate such qualities in their relationships. Security in ChristJust as the beloved finds security in mutual belonging, believers can find assurance in their relationship with Christ, knowing they are His and He is theirs. Lists and Questions Top 10 Lessons from Song of Solomon 2
What themes are explored in the Song of Solomon?
What are the Bible's teachings on marriage?
How does Song of Solomon 8:5, which suggests a strong marital bond, align with biblical texts that portray marriage in more patriarchal terms?
Why does this chapter focus on sensual imagery (Song of Solomon 4:5–7) when other biblical texts seem to emphasize modesty or spiritual themes?(16) He feedeth.--Heb., he that is feeding his flock--the pastor.Verse 16. - My beloved is mine, and I am his; he feedeth ( his flock) among the lilies. These are the words of the bride. The latter clause is repeated in Song of Solomon 6:2, with the addition, "in the gardens," and it is evident that Solomon is lovingly regarded as a shepherd, because Shulamith delights to think of him as fully sympathizing with her simple country life. She idealizes. The words may be taken as either the response given at the time by the maiden to the invitation of her lover to come forth into the vineyards, or as the breathing of love as she lies in the arms of Solomon. Lilies are the emblem of purity, lofty elevation above that which is common. Moreover, the lily stalk is the symbol of the life of regeneration among the mystical mediaevalists. Mary the Virgin, the Rosa mystica, in ancient paintings is represented with a lily in her hand at the Annunciation. The people of God were called by the Jewish priests "a people of lilies." So Mary was the lily of lilies in the lily community; the sanctissima in the communio sanctorum. There may be an allusion to the lily forms around Solomon in his palace - the daughters of Jerusalem; in that ease the words must be taken as spoken, not in remembrance of the first love, but in present joy in Solomon's embrace. Some would render the words as simply praise of Solomon himself, "who, wherever he abides, spreads radiancy and loveliness about him," or "in whose footsteps roses and lilies ever bloom." At least, they are expressive of entire self-surrender and delight. She herself is a lily, and the beloved one feeds upon her beauty, purity, and perfection.
Parallel Commentaries ...
Hebrew My belovedדּוֹדִ֥י(dō·w·ḏî)Noun - masculine singular construct | first person common singular
Strong's 1730:To love, a love-token, lover, friend, an uncleis mineלִי֙(lî)Preposition | first person common singular
Strong's Hebrewand I am his;וַאֲנִ֣י(wa·’ă·nî)Conjunctive waw | Pronoun - first person common singular
Strong's 589:Ihe pastures [his flock]הָרֹעֶ֖ה(hā·rō·‘eh)Article | Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular
Strong's 7462:To tend a, flock, pasture it, in, to graze, to rule, to associate withamong the lilies.בַּשּׁוֹשַׁנִּֽים׃(baš·šō·wō·šan·nîm)Preposition-b, Article | Noun - common plural
Strong's 7799:A lily, as a, flower of architectural ornament, a, trumpet
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