As a piece of a pomegranate [are] thy temples within thy locks.
As a piece {H6400} of a pomegranate {H7416} are thy temples {H7541} within {H1157} thy locks {H6777}.
Your cheeks are like a pomegranate split open behind your veil.
Your brow behind your veil is like a slice of pomegranate.
Thy temples are like a piece of a pomegranate Behind thy veil.
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Song Of Solomon 4:3
Thy lips [are] like a thread of scarlet, and thy speech [is] comely: thy temples [are] like a piece of a pomegranate within thy locks.
Song of Solomon 6:7 (KJV): "As a piece of a pomegranate [are] thy temples within thy locks."
Context
This verse is part of the beloved king's effusive praise for the Shulamite woman, specifically after she has been sought and found. The king, having returned to her, reaffirms his deep admiration for her beauty. This particular description echoes and reinforces earlier praises found in Song of Solomon 4:3, indicating a consistent and deeply held affection. The book itself is a poetic dialogue celebrating the beauty, intimacy, and devotion within a pure marital love, often interpreted allegorically as Christ's love for His Church or God's covenant love for Israel.
Key Themes
Linguistic Insights
The Hebrew word for "pomegranate" is rimmon (רִמּוֹן), a fruit highly esteemed for its beauty, juice, and numerous seeds. It appears frequently in biblical imagery, including the temple decorations (1 Kings 7:18). The comparison here suggests a soft, rosy hue, perhaps a blush, or a delicate, inviting texture similar to the inner flesh of the fruit. "Temples" refers to the side of the face, a delicate area that can show emotion or a healthy glow. The repetition of this exact description from Song of Solomon 4:3 emphasizes the enduring nature of the beloved's affection and the specific features that consistently captivate him.
Practical Application
This poetic verse offers several insights for contemporary life: