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Song of Solomon 3:9

Verse

Berean Standard Bible

King Solomon has made his carriage out of the timber of Lebanon.

American Standard Version (1901)

King Solomon made himself a palanquin Of the wood of Lebanon.

Bible in Basic English

King Solomon made himself a bed of the wood of Lebanon.

Free Bible Version

(Solomon's sedan chair was made for him with wood from Lebanon.

King James (Authorized) Version

King Solomon made himself a chariot of the wood of Lebanon.

Translation for Translators

King Solomon commanded his servants to make that portable chair for him; it was made with wood from Lebanon.

Unlocked Literal Bible

King Solomon made himself a sedan chair of the wood from Lebanon.

Noah Webster Bible

King Solomon made himself a chariot of the wood of Lebanon.

World English Bible

King Solomon made himself a carriage of the wood of Lebanon.

Young's Literal Translation

A palanquin king Solomon made for himself, Of the wood of Lebanon,

Context

Solomon Arrives on His Wedding Day

⁸All are skilled with the sword, experienced in warfare. Each has his sword at his side prepared for the terror of the night. ⁹King Solomon has made his carriage out of the timber of Lebanon. ¹⁰He has made its posts of silver, its base of gold, its seat of purple fabric. Its interior is inlaid with love by the daughters of Jerusalem.

Summary

This verse describes King Solomon's wedding procession, where he is surrounded by sixty warriors, all skilled in battle. The imagery of the wedding procession symbolizes the grandeur and majesty of the king, showcasing his strength and honor. The presence of these valiant warriors highlights the importance of protection and security in the celebration of love and union. It also reflects the idea of a divine warrior protecting and defending the bride, which can be seen as a metaphor for God's love and care for His people. Overall, this verse captures the splendor and significance of a royal wedding, emphasizing themes of strength, protection, and divine love.

Commentary

Tyndale

Tyndale Open Study Notes

3:9-10 The materials out of which King Solomon’s carriage was made befit his wealth and power, including the same expensive Lebanese wood that was used in building the Temple (1 Kgs 5:5-6). • decorated with love by the young women of Jerusalem: Beyond all his splendor, Solomon was admired and served with love, even by his servants.

Song of Solomon 3:9

Solomon Arrives on His Wedding Day

⁸All are skilled with the sword, experienced in warfare. Each has his sword at his side prepared for the terror of the night. ⁹King Solomon has made his carriage out of the timber of Lebanon. ¹⁰He has made its posts of silver, its base of gold, its seat of purple fabric. Its interior is inlaid with love by the daughters of Jerusalem.

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Berean Standard Bible

King Solomon has made his carriage out of the timber of Lebanon.

American Standard Version (1901)

King Solomon made himself a palanquin Of the wood of Lebanon.

Bible in Basic English

King Solomon made himself a bed of the wood of Lebanon.

Free Bible Version

(Solomon's sedan chair was made for him with wood from Lebanon.

King James (Authorized) Version

King Solomon made himself a chariot of the wood of Lebanon.

Translation for Translators

King Solomon commanded his servants to make that portable chair for him; it was made with wood from Lebanon.

Unlocked Literal Bible

King Solomon made himself a sedan chair of the wood from Lebanon.

Noah Webster Bible

King Solomon made himself a chariot of the wood of Lebanon.

World English Bible

King Solomon made himself a carriage of the wood of Lebanon.

Young's Literal Translation

A palanquin king Solomon made for himself, Of the wood of Lebanon,