Song of Solomon 3:6

Verse

Who is this coming up from the wilderness like a column of smoke, scented with myrrh and frankincense from all the spices of the merchant?

American Standard Version (1901)

Who is this that cometh up from the wilderness Like pillars of smoke, Perfumed with myrrh and frankincense, With all powders of the merchant?

Bible in Basic English

Who is this coming out of the waste places like pillars of smoke, perfumed with sweet spices, with all the spices of the trader?

Free Bible Version

Who is this coming in from the wilderness like a plume of smoke, like a burning sacrifice scented with myrrh and frankincense, with all kinds of imported perfumed powders?

King James (Authorized) Version

¶ Who is this that cometh out of the wilderness like pillars of smoke, perfumed with myrrh and frankincense, with all powders of the merchant?

Translation for Translators

Who is it that is coming from the desert, who is stirring up dust like a column of smoke from burning myrrh and incense made from spices imported by merchants?

Unlocked Literal Bible

What is that coming up from the wilderness like a column of smoke, perfumed with myrrh and frankincense, with all the powders sold by merchants?

Noah Webster Bible

Who is this that cometh out of the wilderness like pillars of smoke, perfumed with myrrh and frankincense, with all powders of the merchant?

World English Bible

Who is this who comes up from the wilderness like pillars of smoke, perfumed with myrrh and frankincense, with all spices of the merchant?

Young's Literal Translation

Who [is] this coming up from the wilderness, Like palm-trees of smoke, Perfumed [with] myrrh and frankincense, From every powder of the merchant?

Context

Solomon Arrives on His Wedding Day

⁵O 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. ⁶Who is this coming up from the wilderness like a column of smoke, scented with myrrh and frankincense from all the spices of the merchant? ⁷Behold, it is Solomon’s carriage, escorted by sixty of the mightiest men of Israel.

Sermons

15 Revelation of Jesus' Safe Leadership (Song 3:6-11)

Mike Bickle

Summary

In this verse, the Shulammite woman reflects on her search for her beloved. She expresses her longing and determination to find him, even if it means going through the city streets and squares. This passage symbolizes the believer's pursuit of intimacy with God, demonstrating a fervent desire to be close to Him. It also illustrates the perseverance and dedication required in seeking a deeper relationship with the Lord, emphasizing the importance of actively seeking His presence and not giving up until we find Him.

Commentary

Tyndale

Tyndale Open Study Notes

3:6-11 According to the three-character dramatic interpretation, Solomon’s humility and generosity show in his attending this wedding of a woman who preferred a common shepherd’s love over his. With Solomon in attendance, this ordinary wedding becomes a magnificent ceremony. • If the Song is an anthology, this poem describes what appears to be Solomon’s wedding procession. People are amazed by the opulence of his carriage and the power represented by his entourage. All of this reflects on the significance of marriage in the same way that expensive and beautiful wedding dresses and tuxedos do in modern marriages.