Song of Solomon 6
-The chorus of Jerusalem’s daughters begins the chapter with
the question as to where the bridegroom has gone. They desire to seek out the
bridegroom with the bride (Song of Solomon 6:1). *Application* There are often
times when others help us find truth on our spiritual journey. Thank the LORD
today for those in your life that helped turn you toward the righteousness of
the Savior. We are of those who seek the truth, and we are never alone!
-The bride speaks again in poetic language about where the
bridegroom has gone. She is not worried or concerned at this point. She knows
her man is at work in his garden and pastures. She repeats the refrain “I am my
beloved’s and my beloved is mine,” which denotes union in perfection (Song of
Solomon 2:16; 6:3).
-Now, in the bulk of the chapter, the bridegroom speaks
again with praise, honor, and respect to his bride. She is as lovely as
Jerusalem (the capital city and holy place), as awesome as an army with banners
(majestic), perfect, unique, pure, blessed, beautiful, growing, and budding
with brilliance (Song of Solomon 6:4-12). *Application* Amazingly, this is how
Jesus views His church in all her glory. Reflect on these descriptions and
realize how much the Lord loves and cares for you in His lofty and elevated
thoughts.
-Now the chorus again speaks at the end of the chapter to
make poetic bookends to the work. They want the Shulammite to “come back” that
they may gaze at her beauty and celebrate. *Application* The work of the master
is always beautiful and radiant. Appreciate His work to make all things new in
us as believers in Him!
Verse to Memorize: Song of Solomon 6:3
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