Song of Solomon 1:13
Song of Solomon 1:13 in Multiple Translations
My beloved is to me a sachet of myrrh resting between my breasts.
A bundle of myrrh is my wellbeloved unto me; he shall lie all night betwixt my breasts.
My beloved is unto me as a bundle of myrrh, That lieth betwixt my breasts.
As a bag of myrrh is my well-loved one to me, when he is at rest all night between my breasts.
My love is like a pouch of myrrh, lying all night between my breasts.
My welbeloued is as a cluster of camphire vnto me in the vines of Engedi.
A bundle of myrrh [is] my beloved to me, Between my breasts it lodgeth.
My beloved is to me a sachet of myrrh, that lies between my breasts.
A bundle of myrrh is my well beloved to me; he shall lie all night betwixt my breasts.
A cluster of cypress my love is to me, in the vineyards of Engaddi.
The man who loves me is as delightful as [MET] a ◄sachet/small cloth bag► of myrrh between my breasts.
Berean Amplified Bible — Song of Solomon 1:13
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Song of Solomon 1:13 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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צְר֨וֹר
הַ/מֹּ֤ר
דּוֹדִ/י֙
לִ֔/י
בֵּ֥ין
שָׁדַ֖/י
יָלִֽין
צְר֨וֹר
tsᵉrôwr
H6872
bundle
N-ms
הַ/מֹּ֤ר
môr
H4753
myrrh
Art | N-ms
דּוֹדִ/י֙
dôwd
H1730
beloved
N-ms | Suff
לִ֔/י
Prep | Suff
בֵּ֥ין
bêyn
H996
between
Prep
שָׁדַ֖/י
shad
H7699
breast
N-md | Suff
יָלִֽין
lûwn
H3885
to lodge
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — Song of Solomon 1:13
צְר֨וֹר
tsᵉrôwr
H6872
"bundle"
N-ms
Zeror means bundle and was a man of the tribe of Benjamin, living during the United Monarchy. He was the son of Becorath and father of Abiel, and is mentioned in 1 Samuel 9:1.
Definition: bundle, parcel, pouch, bag (as packed)
Usage: Occurs in 9 OT verses. KJV: bag, [idiom] bendeth, bundle, least grain, small stone. See also: Genesis 42:35; Job 14:17; Proverbs 7:20.
הַ/מֹּ֤ר
môr
H4753
"myrrh"
Art | N-ms
Mor is the Hebrew word for myrrh, a bitter resin used in perfume and sacred oil. It is mentioned in the Bible as a valuable commodity.
Definition: 1) myrrh 1a) an Arabian gum from the bark of a tree, used in sacred oil and in perfume
Usage: Occurs in 11 OT verses. KJV: myrrh. See also: Exodus 30:23; Song of Solomon 3:6; Psalms 45:9.
דּוֹדִ/י֙
dôwd
H1730
"beloved"
N-ms | Suff
This word means 'beloved' or 'love', implying a strong affection, and can also refer to an uncle or close relative.
Definition: : beloved 1) beloved, love, uncle 1a) loved one, beloved 1b) uncle 1c) love (pl. abstract)
Usage: Occurs in 53 OT verses. KJV: (well-) beloved, father's brother, love, uncle. See also: Leviticus 10:4; Song of Solomon 5:1; Proverbs 7:18.
לִ֔/י
""
Prep | Suff
בֵּ֥ין
bêyn
H996
"between"
Prep
Between is the meaning of this preposition, used to show a location or a choice, like either or, as seen in Exodus where it describes the space between two objects.
Definition: : between between, among, in the midst of (with other preps), from between
Usage: Occurs in 248 OT verses. KJV: among, asunder, at, between (-twixt...and), [phrase] from (the widest), [idiom] in, out of, whether (it be...or), within. See also: Genesis 1:4; Joshua 24:7; Psalms 68:14.
שָׁדַ֖/י
shad
H7699
"breast"
N-md | Suff
The Hebrew word for breast, describing a woman's or animal's breast as swollen. It is used in the Bible to describe nursing or motherly care. The KJV translates it as 'breast' or 'pap'.
Definition: 1) breast, bosom, (female) breast 1a) breast (of woman) 1b) breast (of animal) 1c) breast (of both human and animal) Also means: shod (שֹׁד "breast" H7699B)
Usage: Occurs in 24 OT verses. KJV: breast, pap, teat. See also: Genesis 49:25; Isaiah 28:9; Psalms 22:10.
יָלִֽין
lûwn
H3885
"to lodge"
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
To grumble or complain, this word describes a negative attitude of discontent or murmuring. It is used in the Bible to describe people who are unhappy or stubborn.
Definition: 1) to lodge, stop over, pass the night, abide 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to lodge, pass the night 1a2) to abide, remain (fig.) 1b) (Hiphil) to cause to rest, lodge 1c) (Hithpalpel) to dwell, abide
Usage: Occurs in 78 OT verses. KJV: abide (all night), continue, dwell, endure, grudge, be left, lie all night, (cause to) lodge (all night, in, -ing, this night), (make to) murmur, remain, tarry (all night, that night). See also: Genesis 19:2; Judges 19:20; Psalms 25:13.
Study Notes — Song of Solomon 1:13
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Context — The Bride
11We will make you ornaments of gold, studded with beads of silver.
12While the king was at his table, my perfume spread its fragrance.
13My beloved is to me a sachet of myrrh resting between my breasts.
14My beloved is to me a cluster of henna blossoms in the vineyards of En-gedi. 15How beautiful you are, my darling! Oh, how very beautiful! Your eyes are like doves.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | John 19:39 | Nicodemus, who had previously come to Jesus at night, also brought a mixture of myrrh and aloes, about seventy-five pounds. |
| 2 | Psalms 45:8 | All your garments are fragrant with myrrh and aloes and cassia; from palaces of ivory the harps make you glad. |
| 3 | Ephesians 3:17 | so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith. Then you, being rooted and grounded in love, |
| 4 | Genesis 43:11 | Then their father Israel said to them, “If it must be so, then do this: Put some of the best products of the land in your packs and carry them down as a gift for the man—a little balm and a little honey, spices and myrrh, pistachios and almonds. |
| 5 | Song of Solomon 5:13 | His cheeks are like beds of spice, towers of perfume. His lips are like lilies, dripping with flowing myrrh. |
| 6 | Song of Solomon 4:6 | Before the day breaks and the shadows flee, I will make my way to the mountain of myrrh and to the hill of frankincense. |
| 7 | Song of Solomon 5:5 | I rose up to open for my beloved. My hands dripped with myrrh, my fingers with flowing myrrh on the handles of the bolt. |
| 8 | Song of Solomon 2:7 | O daughters of Jerusalem, I adjure you by the gazelles and does of the field: Do not arouse or awaken love until the time is right. |
| 9 | Song of Solomon 3:5 | O daughters of Jerusalem, I adjure you by the gazelles and does of the field: Do not arouse or awaken love until the time is right. |
| 10 | Song of Solomon 8:3–4 | His left hand is under my head, and his right arm embraces me. O daughters of Jerusalem, I adjure you: Do not arouse or awaken love until the time is right. |
Sermons on Song of Solomon 1:13
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A Bundle of Myrrh Is My Well-Beloved Unto Me by C.H. Spurgeon | C.H. Spurgeon eloquently compares Jesus to a 'bundle of myrrh,' emphasizing His preciousness, variety, and sufficiency for all our needs. He highlights that Christ is not just a sm |
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(Through the Bible) John 3-4 by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes that Jesus came to do the will of the Father and to complete the work of redemption for mankind. He uses the analogy of a harvest to explain |
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John 3:1-8. Christ's Conversation With Nicodemus. by Favell Lee Mortimer | Favell Lee Mortimer delves into the intriguing conversation between Jesus and Nicodemus, highlighting the privilege Nicodemus had to speak alone with the Son of God and the importa |
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Revival - Part 1 by Doc Greenway | In this sermon, the speaker shares a personal experience from a convention in Wales. He was unsure which text to preach from, but felt led to choose a passage from the book of Psal |
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Unity by Doc Greenway | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of spiritual unity among believers. He highlights the threat of disunity and the need for Christians to think the same way and |
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Exposition on Psalm 45 by St. Augustine | St. Augustine preaches about the sacred Marriage-feast, symbolizing the union of the Bridegroom (Christ) and the Bride (the Church), emphasizing the transformation from old to new, |
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Psalm 45 by Henry Law | Henry Law preaches on the beauty and majesty of Christ as the spiritual Bridegroom, emphasizing the believer's fervent commendation of Jesus and the eloquence in expressing due pra |