King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
I would lead thee, [and] bring thee into my mother's house, [who] would instruct me: I would cause thee to drink of spiced wine of the juice of my pomegranate.
Complete Jewish Bible:
I would lead you and bring you to my mother's house, and she would instruct me. I would give you spiced wine to drink, fresh juice from my pomegranates.
Berean Standard Bible:
I would lead you and bring you to the house of my mother who taught me. I would give you spiced wine to drink, the nectar of my pomegranates.
American Standard Version:
I would lead thee, and bring thee into my mother’s house, Who would instruct me; I would cause thee to drink of spiced wine, Of the juice of my pomegranate.
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
I would lead{H5090} thee, and bring{H935} thee into my mother's{H517} house{H1004}, who would instruct{H3925} me: I would cause thee to drink{H8248} of spiced{H7544} wine{H3196} of the juice{H6071} of my pomegranate{H7416}.
Cross-References (KJV):
Song of Solomon 3:4
- [It was] but a little that I passed from them, but I found him whom my soul loveth: I held him, and would not let him go, until I had brought him into my mother's house, and into the chamber of her that conceived me.
Song of Solomon 7:12
- Let us get up early to the vineyards; let us see if the vine flourish, [whether] the tender grape appear, [and] the pomegranates bud forth: there will I give thee my loves.
Song of Solomon 4:10
- How fair is thy love, my sister, [my] spouse! how much better is thy love than wine! and the smell of thine ointments than all spices!
Song of Solomon 5:1
- ¶ I am come into my garden, my sister, [my] spouse: I have gathered my myrrh with my spice; I have eaten my honeycomb with my honey; I have drunk my wine with my milk: eat, O friends; drink, yea, drink abundantly, O beloved.
Galatians 4:26
- But Jerusalem which is above is free, which is the mother of us all.
2 Timothy 3:15
- And that from a child thou hast known the holy scriptures, which are able to make thee wise unto salvation through faith which is in Christ Jesus.
John 5:46
- For had ye believed Moses, ye would have believed me: for he wrote of me.
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Commentary for Song Of Solomon 8:2
Song of Solomon 8:2 is a verse from a series of love poems found within the larger collection of wisdom literature in the Hebrew Bible, known as the Song of Solomon or Song of Songs. This book is traditionally attributed to King Solomon, although modern scholarship often dates its composition later and remains uncertain about its authorship. The verse reflects a pastoral and romantic theme, characteristic of the entire book, which celebrates love, desire, and the beauty of the natural world.
In the verse, the speaker expresses a desire to lead their beloved to their mother's house, where they would receive instruction. This reference to the mother's house may symbolize a place of nurturing and learning, highlighting the importance of family and tradition in the context of love and relationships. The mention of "spiced wine of the juice of my pomegranate" suggests a sensory-rich experience, with the pomegranate symbolizing fertility, love, and unity, common themes in ancient Near Eastern literature. The spiced wine could represent the intoxicating nature of love and the sweetness of intimacy.
Historically, the Song of Solomon has been interpreted in various ways, including as an allegory of the relationship between God and Israel or between Christ and the Church. However, many modern scholars view it as a collection of secular love songs that explore human love and sexuality in a positive light, without necessarily intending an allegorical interpretation. The verse, with its vivid imagery and domestic setting, reflects the cultural and social norms of the time, where family and the sharing of wisdom played significant roles in the development of romantic relationships.
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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- Strong's Number: H5090
There are 31 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: נָהַג
Transliteration: nâhag
Pronunciation: naw-hag'
Description: a primitive root; to drive forth (a person, an animal or chariot), i.e. lead, carry away; reflexively, to proceed (i.e. impel or guide oneself); also (from the panting induced by effort), to sigh; acquaint, bring (away), carry away, drive (away), lead (away, forth), (be) guide, lead (away, forth). - Strong's Number: H935
There are 2307 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: בּוֹא
Transliteration: bôwʼ
Pronunciation: bo
Description: a primitive root; to go or come (in a wide variety of applications); abide, apply, attain, [idiom] be, befall, [phrase] besiege, bring (forth, in, into, to pass), call, carry, [idiom] certainly, (cause, let, thing for) to come (against, in, out, upon, to pass), depart, [idiom] doubtless again, [phrase] eat, [phrase] employ, (cause to) enter (in, into, -tering, -trance, -try), be fallen, fetch, [phrase] follow, get, give, go (down, in, to war), grant, [phrase] have, [idiom] indeed, (in-) vade, lead, lift (up), mention, pull in, put, resort, run (down), send, set, [idiom] (well) stricken (in age), [idiom] surely, take (in), way. - Strong's Number: H517
There are 387 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אֵם
Transliteration: ʼêm
Pronunciation: ame
Description: a primitive word; a mother (as the bond of the family); in a wide sense (both literally and figuratively (like father)); dam, mother, [idiom] parting. - Strong's Number: H1004
There are 1718 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: בַּיִת
Transliteration: bayith
Pronunciation: bah'-yith
Description: probably from בָּנָה abbreviated; a house (in the greatest variation of applications, especially family, etc.); court, daughter, door, [phrase] dungeon, family, [phrase] forth of, [idiom] great as would contain, hangings, home(born), (winter) house(-hold), inside(-ward), palace, place, [phrase] prison, [phrase] steward, [phrase] tablet, temple, web, [phrase] within(-out). - Strong's Number: H3925
There are 80 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: לָמַד
Transliteration: lâmad
Pronunciation: law-mad'
Description: a primitive root; properly, to goad, i.e. (by implication) to teach (the rod being an Oriental incentive); (un-) accustomed, [idiom] diligently, expert, instruct, learn, skilful, teach(-er, -ing). - Strong's Number: H8248
There are 72 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: שָׁקָה
Transliteration: shâqâh
Pronunciation: shaw-kaw'
Description: a primitive root; to quaff, i.e. (causatively) to irrigate or furnish apotion to; cause to (give, give to, let, make to) drink, drown, moisten, water. See שָׁכַר, שָׁתָה. - Strong's Number: H7544
There are 1 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: רֶקַח
Transliteration: reqach
Pronunciation: reh'-kakh
Description: from רָקַח; properly, perfumery, i.e. (by implication) spicery (for flavor); spiced. - Strong's Number: H3196
There are 134 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: יַיִן
Transliteration: yayin
Pronunciation: yah'-yin
Description: from an unused root meaning to effervesce; wine (as fermented); by implication, intoxication; banqueting, wine, wine(-bibber). - Strong's Number: H6071
There are 5 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: עָסִיס
Transliteration: ʻâçîyç
Pronunciation: aw-sees'
Description: from עָסַס; must or fresh grape-juice (as just trodden out); juice, new (sweet) wine. - Strong's Number: H7416
There are 25 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: רִמּוֹן
Transliteration: rimmôwn
Pronunciation: rim-mone'
Description: or רִמֹּן; from רָמַם; a pomegranate, the tree (from its upright growth) or the fruit (also an artificial ornament); pomegranate.