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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.…

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My beloved is mine, and I am his: he feeds among the lilies.

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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.

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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.

BelovedBrowsesDelightingFeedethFlockFlowersFoodLiliesPasturesBelovedBrowsesDelightingFeedethFlockFlowersFoodLiliesPastures1.the mutual love of Christ and his church
8.The hope
10.and calling of the church
14.Christ's care of the church
16.The profession of the church, her faith, and hope

My 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 asHosea 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 inEphesians 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.

1.The Beloved
In 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 Shulammite
The speaker in this verse, traditionally understood to be the Shulammite woman, who represents the bride or the Church in allegorical interpretations.

3.Lilies
A symbol of beauty and purity, often used in biblical poetry to describe the beloved's environment or the nature of their love.

4.The Vineyard
While 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 Shepherd
The imagery of grazing suggests pastoral scenes, which can symbolize care, provision, and guidance, often associated with Christ as the Good Shepherd.Mutual Belonging in Relationships
The verse highlights the importance of mutual love and commitment in relationships, reflecting the ideal of selfless love in marriage.

Christ and the Church
This 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 Love
The imagery of lilies suggests that love should be pure and beautiful, encouraging believers to cultivate such qualities in their relationships.

Security in Christ
Just 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.1.What is the meaning of Song of Solomon 2:16?

2.How does Song of Solomon 2:16 illustrate the mutual love in marriage?

3.What does "my beloved is mine" teach about commitment in relationships?

4.How can we apply "I am his" in our relationship with Christ?

5.Connect Song of Solomon 2:16 with Ephesians 5:25 on marital love.

6.How does this verse encourage faithfulness and devotion in Christian marriages?

7.What does "My beloved is mine and I am his" signify in a biblical marriage context?

8.How does Song of Solomon 2:16 reflect God's design for romantic love?

9.Why is the imagery of a shepherd used in Song of Solomon 2:16?

10.What are the top 10 Lessons from Song of Solomon 2?

11.What themes are explored in the Song of Solomon?

12.What are the Bible's teachings on marriage?

13.How does Song of Solomon 8:5, which suggests a strong marital bond, align with biblical texts that portray marriage in more patriarchal terms?

14.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?My beloved is mine

• The phrase speaks of confident possession—love received and cherished.

• In Christ this assurance is echoed: “We love because He first loved us” (1 John 4:19).

• Paul could say, “The life I now live in the body, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave Himself up for me” (Galatians 2:20).

• Nothing can break that bond;Romans 8:38-39 lists every threat and concludes that none “will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.”

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and I am his

• Love answers love; the bride gladly yields herself.

• “You are not your own; you were bought at a price” (1 Corinthians 6:19-20).

• Jesus prayed over His people, “They are Yours… and I am glorified in them” (John 17:9-10).

• Belonging brings purpose and security:Ephesians 1:13-14 shows the Spirit sealing believers “as the pledge of our inheritance.”

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he pastures his flock among the lilies

• The scene shifts to gentle shepherding—tender care in a place of beauty.

• “The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. He makes me lie down in green pastures” (Psalm 23:1-2).

• Jesus fulfills this: “I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down His life for the sheep” (John 10:11).

•Ezekiel 34:14 pictures the flock resting “in the best grazing land,” whileHosea 14:5 likens restored Israel to “the lily,” hinting at purity and freshness.

• Even daily anxieties are eased: “Consider how the lilies of the field grow… yet I tell you that not even Solomon in all his glory was adorned like one of these” (Matthew 6:28-29).

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summary

Song of Solomon 2:16 joins possession, surrender, and shepherd-care in one breathtaking verse. The covenant lover claims His bride; the bride delights to answer; and together they rest in a landscape of peace and beauty. For every believer, these words unveil the sure love of Christ, the glad response of faith, and the gentle guidance that leads through life’s meadows until we see Him face to face.

(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 inSong 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, theRosa 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; thesanctissima in thecommunio 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 ...


My beloved
דּוֹדִ֥י(dō·w·ḏî)
Noun - masculine singular construct | first person common singular
Strong's 1730:To love, a love-token, lover, friend, an uncle

is mine
לִי֙(lî)
Preposition | first person common singular
Strong's Hebrew

and I am his;
וַאֲנִ֣י(wa·’ă·nî)
Conjunctive waw | Pronoun - first person common singular
Strong's 589:I

he 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 with

among 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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