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Song Of Solomon 2:13

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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.

The fig tree {H8384} putteth forth {H2590} her green figs {H6291}, and the vines {H1612} with the tender grape {H5563} give {H5414} a good smell {H7381}. Arise {H6965}, my love {H7474}, my fair one {H3303}, and come away {H3212}.

The fig trees are forming their unripe figs, and the grapevines in bloom give out their perfume. Get up, my love, my beauty! Come away!"

The fig tree ripens its figs; the blossoming vines spread their fragrance. Arise, come away, my darling; come away with me, my beautiful one.”

The fig-tree ripeneth her green figs, And the vines are in blossom; They give forth their fragrance. Arise, my love, my fair one, and come away.

Commentary

Song of Solomon 2:13 is a vivid and tender expression of love and invitation, set against the backdrop of nature's awakening in spring. It captures a moment of idyllic beauty and passionate longing within the poetic dialogue between the Beloved (the man) and his Shulamite love (the woman).

Context

This verse is part of a larger section (Song of Solomon 2:8-14) where the Beloved calls his love to join him. Having heard his voice and seen him approaching, the Shulamite recounts his beautiful invitation. The immediate preceding verses, Song of Solomon 2:11-12, describe the departure of winter, the blossoming of flowers, and the singing of birds, painting a picture of renewal and joy. Verse 13 continues this theme, using the imagery of ripening fruit as further evidence of the opportune moment for their shared experience.

Key Themes

  • The Beauty and Renewal of Spring: The imagery of "green figs" and "tender grape" highlights the season of growth, fertility, and new beginnings. It suggests a time ripe with promise and delightful anticipation. This natural beauty mirrors the flourishing love between the two individuals.
  • The Urgency of Love's Invitation: The repeated "Arise, my love, my fair one, and come away" is a passionate and tender plea. It conveys a desire for immediate companionship and shared joy, emphasizing that the ideal moment should not be missed.
  • Anticipation and Fulfillment: The "green figs" and "tender grape" are not yet fully ripe, but they signal the coming harvest and the sweet fruit to be enjoyed. This symbolizes the delightful prospects and growing intimacy within the relationship.
  • Mutual Admiration and Affection: The terms "my love" (Hebrew: ra'yah, often meaning 'my companion' or 'my friend') and "my fair one" (Hebrew: yafah, 'beautiful') underscore the deep affection and admiration the Beloved holds for the Shulamite, reinforcing the foundation of their loving bond.

Linguistic Insights

The Hebrew phrase for "come away" (לָךְ לָךְ, lakh lakh) is an emphatic repetition, adding a sense of urgency and tender insistence to the invitation. It's not just a suggestion but a heartfelt call to action, reflecting the Beloved's deep desire for his companion's presence.

Related Scriptures

This verse is a direct continuation of the Beloved's passionate call, echoing the invitation found in Song of Solomon 2:10. The themes of anticipation and the beauty of creation also resonate with passages celebrating God's provision and the richness of the promised land, as seen in Deuteronomy 8:8, which describes a land of "fig trees, and pomegranates; a land of oil olive, and honey."

Practical Application

On a literal level, this verse beautifully illustrates the joy and spontaneity that can characterize a healthy, loving relationship. It encourages us to appreciate the present moment, seize opportunities for connection, and respond with eagerness to invitations from those we love.

Allegorically, many interpret the Song of Solomon as a depiction of the love between Christ and His Church, or between God and the individual believer. In this sense, the verse can be seen as an invitation from Christ to His people to "come away" from the distractions and burdens of the world, to enjoy a deeper fellowship with Him, especially during times of spiritual renewal and growth (the "spring" of the soul). It encourages believers to respond to God's gracious call and embrace the new life He offers, much like the invitation found in Matthew 11:28, "Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest."

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Cross-References

  • Song Of Solomon 2:10 (4 votes)

    My beloved spake, and said unto me, Rise up, my love, my fair one, and come away.

  • Isaiah 55:10 (3 votes)

    For as the rain cometh down, and the snow from heaven, and returneth not thither, but watereth the earth, and maketh it bring forth and bud, that it may give seed to the sower, and bread to the eater:

  • Isaiah 55:11 (3 votes)

    So shall my word be that goeth forth out of my mouth: it shall not return unto me void, but it shall accomplish that which I please, and it shall prosper [in the thing] whereto I sent it.

  • Song Of Solomon 7:11 (3 votes)

    Come, my beloved, let us go forth into the field; let us lodge in the villages.

  • Song Of Solomon 7:13 (3 votes)

    The mandrakes give a smell, and at our gates [are] all manner of pleasant [fruits], new and old, [which] I have laid up for thee, O my beloved.

  • Luke 13:6 (3 votes)

    ¶ He spake also this parable; A certain [man] had a fig tree planted in his vineyard; and he came and sought fruit thereon, and found none.

  • Luke 13:7 (3 votes)

    Then said he unto the dresser of his vineyard, Behold, these three years I come seeking fruit on this fig tree, and find none: cut it down; why cumbereth it the ground?