1. ἰδοὺ εἶ καλή ἡ πλησίον μου ἰδοὺ εἶ καλή ὀφθαλμοί σου περιστεραὶ ἐκτὸς τῆς σιωπήσεώς σου τρίχωμά σου ὡς ἀγέλαι τῶν αἰγῶν αἳ ἀπεκαλύφθησαν ἀπὸ τοῦ Γαλααδ
2. ὀδόντες σου ὡς ἀγέλαι τῶν κεκαρμένων αἳ ἀνέβησαν ἀπὸ τοῦ λουτροῦ αἱ πᾶσαι διδυμεύουσαι καὶ ἀτεκνοῦσα οὐκ ἔστιν ἐν αὐταῖς
3. ὡς σπαρτίον τὸ κόκκινον χείλη σου καὶ ἡ λαλιά σου ὡραία ὡς λέπυρον τῆς ῥόας μῆλόν σου ἐκτὸς τῆς σιωπήσεώς σου
4. ὡς πύργος Δαυιδ τράχηλός σου ὁ ᾠκοδομημένος εἰς θαλπιωθ χίλιοι θυρεοὶ κρέμανται ἐπ’ αὐτόν πᾶσαι βολίδες τῶν δυνατῶν
5. δύο μαστοί σου ὡς δύο νεβροὶ δίδυμοι δορκάδος οἱ νεμόμενοι ἐν κρίνοις
6. ἕως οὗ διαπνεύσῃ ἡ ἡμέρα καὶ κινηθῶσιν αἱ σκιαί πορεύσομαι ἐμαυτῷ πρὸς τὸ ὄρος τῆς σμύρνης καὶ πρὸς τὸν βουνὸν τοῦ Λιβάνου
7. ὅλη καλὴ εἶ ἡ πλησίον μου καὶ μῶμος οὐκ ἔστιν ἐν σοί
8. δεῦρο ἀπὸ Λιβάνου νύμφη δεῦρο ἀπὸ Λιβάνου ἐλεύσῃ καὶ διελεύσῃ ἀπὸ ἀρχῆς πίστεως ἀπὸ κεφαλῆς Σανιρ καὶ Ερμων ἀπὸ μανδρῶν λεόντων ἀπὸ ὀρέων παρδάλεων
9. ἐκαρδίωσας ἡμᾶς ἀδελφή μου νύμφη ἐκαρδίωσας ἡμᾶς ἑνὶ ἀπὸ ὀφθαλμῶν σου ἐν μιᾷ ἐνθέματι τραχήλων σου
10. τί ἐκαλλιώθησαν μαστοί σου ἀδελφή μου νύμφη τί ἐκαλλιώθησαν μαστοί σου ἀπὸ οἴνου καὶ ὀσμὴ ἱματίων σου ὑπὲρ πάντα τὰ ἀρώματα
11. κηρίον ἀποστάζουσιν χείλη σου νύμφη μέλι καὶ γάλα ὑπὸ τὴν γλῶσσάν σου καὶ ὀσμὴ ἱματίων σου ὡς ὀσμὴ Λιβάνου
12. κῆπος κεκλεισμένος ἀδελφή μου νύμφη κῆπος κεκλεισμένος πηγὴ ἐσφραγισμένη
13. ἀποστολαί σου παράδεισος ῥοῶν μετὰ καρποῦ ἀκροδρύων κύπροι μετὰ νάρδων
14. νάρδος καὶ κρόκος κάλαμος καὶ κιννάμωμον μετὰ πάντων ξύλων τοῦ Λιβάνου σμύρνα αλωθ μετὰ πάντων πρώτων μύρων
15. πηγὴ κήπων φρέαρ ὕδατος ζῶντος καὶ ῥοιζοῦντος ἀπὸ τοῦ Λιβάνου
16. ἐξεγέρθητι βορρᾶ καὶ ἔρχου νότε διάπνευσον κῆπόν μου καὶ ῥευσάτωσαν ἀρώματά μου καταβήτω ἀδελφιδός μου εἰς κῆπον αὐτοῦ καὶ φαγέτω καρπὸν ἀκροδρύων αὐτοῦ
Footnotes:
4:1-5 - The beloved describes the beloved's beauty, praising her qualities and virtues. This mutual admiration is essential in a loving relationship and reflects God's appreciation for us (see also Proverbs 31:10 and Ephesians 5:28-29).
4:6-7 - The beloved expresses his desire and commitment, symbolizing love that is pure and full of passion. The love between husband and wife is a representation of the love between Christ and the church (see also 1 Corinthians 7:3-5 and Ephesians 5:25-27).
4:8-10 - The beloved's invitation for her beloved to come with him reflects the importance of their journey together in love. This idea of following God together is essential to a healthy relationship (see also Amos 3:3 and Philippians 2:2).
4:11-15 - The beloved is compared to an enclosed garden, symbolizing the purity and value of love. Love must be cultivated and protected, reflecting God's intention for healthy relationships (see also Song of Solomon 2:15 and Ephesians 4:3).
04:16 - The beloved invites the wind to blow through her garden, symbolizing surrender and the desire for love. This surrender to true love is a way to experience the fullness of relationship (see also Psalm 104:29-30 and John 7:37-39).
Verses related to Cântico dos Cânticos, 4:
Songs chapter 4 celebrates the beauty of the beloved in poetic detail. How does the beloved express his admiration? This lyrical text compares various parts of the beloved's body to elements of nature and precious objects, creating a portrait of incomparable beauty. The chapter culminates with a metaphor of an enclosed garden, symbolizing the exclusivity of love. Songs 4 explores themes such as the appreciation of beauty, intimacy and the purity of love. Consider with us five biblical passages that reflect the exuberant praise of this eloquent chapter.
Ezekiel 16:14: "Your fame spread among the nations because of your beauty, for it was perfect because of the splendor that I had given you, says the Sovereign Lord." - This passage reflects the admiration for the beauty of the beloved expressed in Song of Songs 4:1-7.
John 4:14: "But whoever drinks the water I give him will never be thirsty again. On the contrary, the water that I give him will become in him a fountain of water welling up to eternal life." - This verse echoes the metaphor of the sealed fountain in Song of Songs 4:12,15.
2 Corinthians 2:15: "For to God we are the aroma of Christ among those who are being saved and among those who are perishing." - This passage reflects the aromatic descriptions in Song of Songs 4:10-11,14.
Ephesians 5:26-27: "To sanctify her, having cleansed her by the washing of water through the word, and to present her to himself as a glorious church, without spot or wrinkle or any such thing, but holy and without blemish." - These verses allude to the purity and perfection of the beloved described in Song of Songs 4:7.
Revelation 21:9: "One of the seven angels who had the seven bowls filled with the last seven plagues came and said to me: 'Come, I will show you the bride, the wife of the Lamb'." - This verse reflects the idea of the perfect bride, a theme present in Song of Songs 4.
FAQ:
What does the description of the beloved as "beautiful" in Song of Solomon 4:1 mean?
The beloved is praised for her beauty, both physical and spiritual, being seen as a pure expression of grace and perfection. (Song of Solomon 4:1)
What does the beloved's "heart" symbolize in Song of Solomon 4:9?
The heart of the beloved symbolizes the totality of her love and devotion, something that enchants and captivates the beloved with an intense and irresistible force. (Song of Solomon 4:9)
How is the "enclosed garden" described in Song of Solomon 4:12?
The "enclosed garden" symbolizes the purity and exclusivity of love, representing the virginity and fidelity of the beloved to her beloved. (Song of Solomon 4:12)
What does the "pomegranate juice" symbolize in Song of Solomon 4:13?
Pomegranate liqueur symbolizes the sweetness and abundance of love, highlighting the fertility and beauty that arise from the relationship. (Song of Solomon 4:13)
What does the comparison between the beloved and a "field of lilies" in Song of Solomon 4:5 mean?
The beloved is compared to lilies, symbolizing her purity, beauty, and freshness, a reference to her grace and intoxicating charm. (Song of Solomon 4:5)
What does the comparison between the beloved and an enclosed garden in Song of Solomon 4 mean?
The beloved is compared to an enclosed garden, symbolizing her purity, beauty, and exclusivity. This reflects the deep love and commitment between the groom and bride. (Song of Solomon 4:12)
How does the groom describe his beloved's beauty in Song of Solomon 4?
The groom describes his beloved as radiant and perfect, comparing her beauty to various elements of nature, such as doves, fountains, and gardens. (Song of Solomon 4:1-7)
What is the importance of "kissing" in the relationship described in Song of Solomon 4?
The kiss symbolizes intimacy, desire, and union between the groom and bride. It reflects the deep love and commitment in the relationship. (Song of Solomon 4:11)
What does the groom express about his desire for his beloved in Song of Solomon 4?
The groom expresses a strong desire to be with his beloved, asking her to reveal herself and share intimacy. This represents ardent and sincere love. (Song of Solomon 4:16)
What is the significance of the "enclosed garden" in the relationship described in Song of Solomon 4?
The "enclosed garden" is a metaphor for the beloved, who is considered exclusive, pure, and untouched, offering her love only to the groom. (Song of Solomon 4:12)
