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Song Of Solomon 6:3

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Bible Versions

I [am] my beloved's, and my beloved [is] mine: he feedeth among the lilies.
I am my beloved's {H1730}, and my beloved {H1730} is mine: he feedeth {H7462} among the lilies {H7799}.
I belong to the man I love, and he belongs to me; he pastures his flock among the lilies.
I belong to my beloved and he belongs to me; he pastures his flock among the lilies.
I am my beloved’s, and my beloved is mine: He feedeth his flock among the lilies.

Song of Solomon 6:3 is a pivotal and cherished verse in the Song of Solomon, a book of poetic love songs. It captures the essence of deep, confident, and reciprocal love between the Shulamite woman and her beloved. This verse is a powerful declaration of belonging and mutual devotion.

Context

This declaration comes from the Shulamite, the bride, in response to the daughters of Jerusalem asking about her beloved's whereabouts. After a brief period of apparent separation or searching (Song of Solomon 5:6), she confidently asserts her knowledge of him and their unbreakable bond. This verse reiterates and strengthens a similar statement made earlier in the book, emphasizing the security and certainty of their relationship within the context of ancient Israelite courtship and marriage.

Key Themes

  • Mutual Possession and Belonging: The opening phrase, "I am my beloved's, and my beloved is mine," is a profound statement of exclusive and shared ownership. It signifies a complete giving of oneself to the other and a confident assurance of the other's dedication. This mutual bond is foundational to healthy, secure relationships.
  • Confidence and Assurance: Unlike a question or a longing, her words are a firm declaration. She knows exactly where her beloved is ("he feedeth among the lilies") and her secure place in his heart. This speaks to the stability and trust within their relationship.
  • Pastoral Imagery and Delight: The phrase "he feedeth among the lilies" evokes a scene of peace, beauty, and gentle care. Lilies in the Song often symbolize purity, beauty, and pleasantness. Her beloved is not in a distant or dangerous place but in a serene, delightful environment, caring for his flock, which further assures her of his character and provision. This imagery often points to the tender care and provision of a shepherd.

Linguistic Insights

The Hebrew phrasing "I am my beloved's, and my beloved is mine" (אֲנִי לְדוֹדִי וְדוֹדִי לִי - 'ani l'dodi v'dodi li) exhibits a beautiful chiastic structure, where the order of words is reversed in the second clause. This literary device powerfully emphasizes the reciprocal nature of their relationship and the perfect balance of their devotion. The verb "feedeth" (רעה - ra'ah) implies pasturing or tending, suggesting a gentle, nurturing presence as he enjoys the beauty of the lilies (שושנים - shoshannim).

Practical Application

For married couples, Song of Solomon 6:3 serves as an ideal model for the intimacy, security, and mutual devotion that should characterize a strong marital bond. It encourages a confident and exclusive commitment to one another, finding delight and peace in each other's presence.

Beyond human relationships, this verse is frequently interpreted allegorically in Christian tradition to describe the deep, covenantal relationship between Christ and His Church, or between Christ and the individual believer. Just as the Shulamite confidently declares her belonging, believers can confidently declare, "I am Christ's, and Christ is mine." This spiritual understanding highlights God's unwavering love, His provision, and the secure identity believers have in Him, echoing the promise of the marriage of the Lamb. It invites us to rest in the assurance of God's presence and care, knowing He "feedeth among the lilies" – enjoying His creation and tending to His people in beauty and peace.

Note: Commentary is generated by AI with a directive for Biblical fidelity. Always rely on the Holy Spirit for discernment. The Scripture text and cross-references are from verified, non-AI sources.

  • Song Of Solomon 2:16

    My beloved [is] mine, and I [am] his: he feedeth among the lilies.

  • Song Of Solomon 7:10

    ¶ I [am] my beloved's, and his desire [is] toward me.

  • Hebrews 8:10

    For this [is] the covenant that I will make with the house of Israel after those days, saith the Lord; I will put my laws into their mind, and write them in their hearts: and I will be to them a God, and they shall be to me a people:

  • Revelation 21:2

    And I John saw the holy city, new Jerusalem, coming down from God out of heaven, prepared as a bride adorned for her husband.

  • Revelation 21:4

    And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away.
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