Song of Solomon 8:12

Verse

But my own vineyard is mine to give; the thousand shekels are for you, O Solomon, and two hundred are for those who tend its fruit.

American Standard Version (1901)

My vineyard, which is mine, is before me: Thou, O Solomon, shalt have the thousand, And those that keep the fruit thereof two hundred.

Bible in Basic English

My vine-garden, which is mine, is before me: you, O Solomon, will have the thousand, and those who keep the fruit of them two hundred.

Free Bible Version

But I own my vineyard, it is mine alone. One thousand silver coins are for you, Solomon, and two hundred for those who look after it.

King James (Authorized) Version

My vineyard, which is mine, is before me: thou, O Solomon, must have a thousand, and those that keep the fruit thereof two hundred.

Translation for Translators

But my body is like [MET] my own vineyard, and Solomon, I am giving it to you. You do not need to pay me 1,000 pieces of silver to enjoy my body, but I will give 200 pieces of silver to those who take care of me [MET].

Unlocked Literal Bible

My vineyard, my very own, is before me; the thousand shekels are for you, Solomon, and the two hundred shekels are for those who maintain its fruit. The man speaking to the woman

Noah Webster Bible

My vineyard which is mine, is before me: thou, O Solomon, must have a thousand, and those that keep the fruit of it two hundred.

World English Bible

My own vineyard is before me. The thousand are for you, Solomon, two hundred for those who tend its fruit.

Young's Literal Translation

My vineyard — my own — is before me, The thousand [is] for thee, O Solomon. And the two hundred for those keeping its fruit. O dweller in gardens!

Context

The Bride

¹¹Solomon had a vineyard in Baal-hamon. He leased it to the tenants. For its fruit, each was to bring a thousand shekels of silver. ¹²But my own vineyard is mine to give; the thousand shekels are for you, O Solomon, and two hundred are for those who tend its fruit.

Summary

This verse in Song of Solomon speaks of the beloved vineyard belonging to Solomon, which he entrusts to others. It symbolizes the care and responsibility we have over the relationships and blessings that God has given us. We are called to nurture and protect these gifts, ensuring their growth and flourishing. Just as Solomon valued his vineyard, we are reminded to cherish and invest in the important aspects of our lives, whether it be relationships, talents, or opportunities.

Commentary