Song Of Solomon 4:7

Thou [art] all fair, my love; [there is] no spot in thee.

Thou art all fair {H3303}, my love {H7474}; there is no spot {H3971} in thee.

Everything about you is beautiful, my love; you are without a flaw.

You are altogether beautiful, my darling; in you there is no flaw.

Thou art all fair, my love; And there is no spot in thee.

Context

Song of Solomon 4:7 is a pivotal verse within the "Song of Songs," a unique book of biblical love poetry. It is part of a passionate declaration from the beloved (traditionally King Solomon) to his bride, the Shulamite woman. This particular section (chapter 4) is an elaborate wedding song, where the groom praises the physical beauty and spiritual purity of his bride, describing various features from her eyes to her neck. Verse 7 serves as a powerful summary statement, encapsulating his complete admiration and affection for her.

While interpreted literally as a celebration of human romantic love, the Song of Solomon is also widely understood as an allegory for the profound love between God and Israel, and more commonly in Christian tradition, between Christ and His Church.

Key Themes

  • Unblemished Beauty and Perfection: The primary theme is the speaker's profound admiration for the beloved, seeing her as entirely beautiful and without defect. This isn't merely a physical assessment but speaks to an overall perception of her worth and loveliness in his eyes.
  • Pure and Accepting Love: The declaration "no spot in thee" signifies a love that is deeply accepting, overlooking any perceived flaws and focusing instead on intrinsic worth and beauty. It speaks to a love that cherishes and affirms.
  • Affirmation and Security: For the beloved, hearing such words of complete acceptance and adoration would foster a deep sense of security, value, and belonging.

Linguistic Insights

The KJV phrase "Thou art all fair, my love; there is no spot in thee" carries significant weight in the original Hebrew:

  • "Fair" (Hebrew: יָפָה, yapha): This word means beautiful, lovely, or attractive. It's a comprehensive term for aesthetic appeal and suggests a radiant beauty that is pleasing to the eye and heart.
  • "Spot" (Hebrew: מוּם, mum): This term refers to a blemish, defect, stain, or physical imperfection. Notably, in the Old Testament sacrificial laws, animals offered to God had to be "without blemish" or "without spot" (e.g., Leviticus 22:21). This linguistic connection adds a layer of meaning to the verse: the beloved is not just beautiful, but perfectly acceptable and pure in the eyes of her lover, without any disqualifying defect.

Practical Application and Significance

Song of Solomon 4:7 offers rich insights for both human relationships and spiritual understanding:

  • In Human Relationships: This verse serves as a powerful reminder to cherish and affirm our loved ones. True love sees beyond superficial imperfections, focusing on the inherent beauty, character, and worth of the person. It encourages us to express deep appreciation and acceptance, fostering security and connection within relationships.
  • As a Spiritual Allegory (Christ and the Church): Many Christian commentators see this verse as a beautiful portrayal of Christ's view of His Church, His bride. Through His atoning sacrifice, believers are cleansed and made righteous in God's sight. Despite our personal flaws and sins, Christ sees us as "all fair" and "without spot or wrinkle," having purified us with His own blood (Ephesians 5:27). This offers immense comfort and assurance, highlighting the depth of God's unconditional love and acceptance for those in Christ. It underscores the spiritual beauty and purity that believers possess in Him.
  • Personal Identity and Self-Worth: For the individual believer, understanding this verse can transform one's sense of self-worth. It reminds us that our true value and beauty are not based on worldly standards or our own performance, but on how we are seen and valued by our Creator and Redeemer.
Note: Commentary was generated by an advanced AI, utilizing a prompt that emphasized Biblical fidelity over bias. We've found these insights to be consistently reliable, yet we always encourage prayerful discernment through the Holy Spirit. The Scripture text and cross-references are from verified, non-AI sources.

  • Song Of Solomon 1:15

    Behold, thou [art] fair, my love; behold, thou [art] fair; thou [hast] doves' eyes.

  • Jude 1:24

    Now unto him that is able to keep you from falling, and to present [you] faultless before the presence of his glory with exceeding joy,

  • Colossians 1:22

    In the body of his flesh through death, to present you holy and unblameable and unreproveable in his sight:

  • Song Of Solomon 4:1

    ¶ Behold, thou [art] fair, my love; behold, thou [art] fair; thou [hast] doves' eyes within thy locks: thy hair [is] as a flock of goats, that appear from mount Gilead.

  • 2 Peter 3:14

    Wherefore, beloved, seeing that ye look for such things, be diligent that ye may be found of him in peace, without spot, and blameless.

  • Ephesians 5:25

    Husbands, love your wives, even as Christ also loved the church, and gave himself for it;

  • Ephesians 5:27

    That he might present it to himself a glorious church, not having spot, or wrinkle, or any such thing; but that it should be holy and without blemish.

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