My beloved spake, and said unto me, Rise up, my love, my fair one, and come away.
My beloved {H1730} spake {H6030}, and said {H559} unto me, Rise up {H6965}, my love {H7474}, my fair one {H3303}, and come away {H3212}.
My darling speaks; he is saying to me, "Get up, my love! My beauty! Come away!
My beloved calls to me, “Arise, my darling. Come away with me, my beautiful one.
My beloved spake, and said unto me, Rise up, my love, my fair one, and come away.
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Song Of Solomon 2:13
The fig tree putteth forth her green figs, and the vines [with] the tender grape give a [good] smell. Arise, my love, my fair one, and come away. -
Song Of Solomon 4:7
Thou [art] all fair, my love; [there is] no spot in thee. -
Song Of Solomon 4:8
¶ Come with me from Lebanon, [my] spouse, with me from Lebanon: look from the top of Amana, from the top of Shenir and Hermon, from the lions' dens, from the mountains of the leopards. -
Revelation 22:17
And the Spirit and the bride say, Come. And let him that heareth say, Come. And let him that is athirst come. And whosoever will, let him take the water of life freely. -
2 Corinthians 6:17
Wherefore come out from among them, and be ye separate, saith the Lord, and touch not the unclean [thing]; and I will receive you, -
2 Corinthians 6:18
And will be a Father unto you, and ye shall be my sons and daughters, saith the Lord Almighty. -
Revelation 19:7
Let us be glad and rejoice, and give honour to him: for the marriage of the Lamb is come, and his wife hath made herself ready.
Song of Solomon 2:10 captures a tender and passionate invitation from the beloved to his Shulamite bride, urging her to join him in enjoying the beauty of a new season. This verse is a pivotal moment, shifting from reflection to action, and embodies themes of intimacy, affirmation, and responsiveness within the context of biblical love and courtship.
Context of Song of Solomon 2:10
This verse is found within the second chapter of the Song of Solomon, a lyrical poem that explores the beauty of love and courtship between a young woman (the Shulamite) and her beloved (often interpreted as King Solomon or a shepherd). The preceding verses (Song of Solomon 2:8-9) depict the beloved's eager arrival, likened to a gazelle or a young stag, peering through the lattice. The Shulamite woman recounts his tender voice, setting the stage for his direct invitation. The overall context of Song of Solomon chapter 2 is the vibrant arrival of spring, symbolizing new life, joy, and the flourishing of their love, making the call to "come away" particularly fitting for enjoying this renewed season.
Key Themes and Messages
Linguistic Insights
The Hebrew phrase "קוּמִי לָךְ" (qumi lakh), translated as "Rise up," is an imperative call to action. It's not merely a suggestion but an earnest summons, implying a need for responsiveness. The repetition of terms of endearment, "my love" (רַעְיָתִי, ra'yati) and "my fair one" (יָפָתִי, yafati), emphasizes the tender and admiring tone of the speaker, revealing the depth of his affection for the Shulamite woman. This poetic language highlights the profound personal connection.
Related Scriptures
Beyond the literal courtship, many commentators interpret the Song of Solomon as an allegory for the relationship between God and His people, or Christ and the Church. In this spiritual interpretation, the "beloved" represents Christ, and the "Shulamite" represents the believer. The call to "Rise up... and come away" can be seen as an ongoing divine invitation to draw near to God, to leave behind the distractions of the world, and to enter into deeper fellowship with Him. This resonates with Jesus' invitation to those who are weary to "Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest." It speaks to the continuous call for believers to step out of spiritual stagnation and into a vibrant, active relationship with their Savior.
Practical Application
Song of Solomon 2:10 serves as a beautiful reminder of the initiating nature of love, both human and divine, and the joy found in responding to an earnest, affectionate invitation.