Song of Solomon 7:7

French S21 2007 (Bible Segond 21)

Que tu es belle, que tu es agréable, mon amour, au milieu des délices!

What Does This Mean?

In this verse, the speaker is comparing the beauty of a woman to a palm tree and her breasts to clusters of grapes. The speaker is praising her physical beauty and using nature as a metaphor to describe her attractiveness.

Explained for Children

Imagine you have a favorite tree in your backyard, like a palm tree. It's tall and strong, and you love it because it's so beautiful. In this verse, someone is saying a lady is as beautiful as that tree, and her breasts are as pretty as bunches of grapes. It's like saying she's very beautiful and special.

Historical Background

The Song of Solomon, also known as the Song of Songs, is a collection of love poems traditionally attributed to King Solomon. It was written in the Old Testament period, likely around the 10th century BCE. The text is a celebration of marital love and is set in a cultural context where love and fertility were deeply intertwined with nature.

Living It Out Today

In modern terms, this verse reminds us to appreciate the beauty in nature and in others. For example, when someone tells you that you're beautiful, they might be saying it in a way that makes you feel special and unique, just like how the speaker in this verse is praising the woman's beauty.

Topics

• love
• beauty
• marriage
• nature
• metaphors
• physical attractiveness

Related Verses

• Psalm 45:11
• Proverbs 5:18-19
• Song of Solomon 4:12-15
• Ephesians 5:29
• 1 Corinthians 7:3-4

Frequently Asked Questions

Why are palm trees and grapes used in the verse?

Palm trees and grapes are symbols of beauty, strength, and fertility in the ancient Near East. They were often used to represent the beauty and bounty of God's creation, which the speaker uses to metaphorically describe the woman's beauty.

Is this verse only about physical beauty?

While the verse describes physical beauty, it can also be interpreted as a celebration of the whole person, including their inner qualities. The metaphor is a way to express deep admiration and appreciation.

Can this verse be applied to all forms of relationships?

Yes, the principles of mutual appreciation and the celebration of beauty can be applied to various relationships, not just romantic ones. It's about recognizing and valuing the qualities in others.

How does this verse relate to modern views of beauty?

This verse shows that beauty has always been appreciated and celebrated. It can inspire us to appreciate the unique qualities in others, just as the speaker appreciates the woman's beauty in this verse.