The song of songs is a dialogue between the Bride and Bridegroom. It describes their love and relationship through 7 songs. The Bride praises the Bridegroom's beauty and love for her. She searches for him when separated. The Bridegroom calls to the Bride to come away with him. Their marriage procession is described, revealing their beauty. The Bride is compared to a lovely garden that the Bridegroom comes to visit and eat from. His first advent awakens her love, though he withdraws briefly, causing her distress. The Bride affirms their mutual love and possession of each other.
The document provides an overview and summary of Song 7 and Song 8 from the biblical Song of Solomon. Song 7 describes the Bride awakening to the voice of her Beloved and seeking Him, as well as her praise of His beauty. It includes her persecution by watchmen and calling on others to tell her Beloved of her love sickness. Song 8 has the Bride going to inspect the garden in anticipation of her Beloved's return, likening her soul to royal chariots. The virgins call for her to return so they can see her, likening her to two armies.
This document provides a summary and analysis of the Song of Songs from the Bible. It discusses how the Song of Songs depicts the relationship between God and Israel using imagery of human romance and marriage. Specifically:
- The Song of Songs uses vivid language to describe intimate moments between romantic partners, seen as an allegory for God's love for Israel.
- It describes scenes of lovers praising each other's beauty in nature settings, as well as scenes at King Solomon's royal court.
- Scholars debate whether the main characters represent King Solomon wooing a young woman, or whether it depicts a country girl remaining faithful to her shepherd lover despite Solomon's advances. Overall it explores the ideal of marital love
The document provides an overview and analysis of the first two songs in the Song of Solomon. It summarizes Song 1, which describes the bride expressing her desire for intimacy with her beloved and her humility. It then summarizes Song 2, where the bride and bridegroom lovingly praise one another and express their joy and longing to be together.
The document provides an overview and analysis of chapters 4-6 from the Song of Solomon. It summarizes Song 4, where the Bride searches for her Beloved throughout the night. Though she does not find him at first, she eventually finds and refuses to let him go. It then summarizes Song 5, where the Bridegroom leads a marriage procession and praises the beauty of his Bride, describing her physical features in detail. The document analyzes theological themes like seeking God, love for Christ, and eventually finding him.
This document discusses 4 qualities to develop and look for in a godly relationship: godly character, growing trust, maintaining a higher standard, and providing consistent encouragement. It explores the Song of Solomon and examines the mutual love, care, security, and delight expressed between partners who exemplify these qualities. The result is a relationship where both partners feel special and secured in each other's love and protection.
Demeter's daughter Persephone is abducted by Hades, god of the underworld. Demeter searches for her daughter and refuses to allow anything to grow until Persephone is returned. It is revealed that Zeus had allowed Hades to take Persephone as his wife but she had eaten pomegranate seeds so was bound to spend part of each year in the underworld. The Eleusinian Mysteries are established to honor Demeter and Persephone.
This document provides commentary on Psalm 46 from multiple sources. It includes summaries of the psalm's themes of God protecting his people during times of trouble. The commentary discusses the psalm's historical context, musical notation, and importance to Martin Luther. It also analyzes themes of finding refuge and strength in God during difficulties.
This document summarizes the messages that Amos received from God concerning the sins of various nations and cities, including Israel and Judah. God tells Amos that he will punish these peoples for their sins such as oppression, violence, idolatry, and injustice. Specific judgments include fire, exile, destruction of fortresses and walls, and slaughter of people and leaders. God warns Israel and Judah that due to their continual sins and rejection of God's laws, they too will face his judgment and punishment.
The document provides an overview and summary of Song 7 and Song 8 from the biblical Song of Solomon. Song 7 describes the Bride awakening to the voice of her Beloved and seeking Him, as well as her praise of His beauty. It includes her persecution by watchmen and calling on others to tell her Beloved of her love sickness. Song 8 has the Bride going to inspect the garden in anticipation of her Beloved's return, likening her soul to royal chariots. The virgins call for her to return so they can see her, likening her to two armies.
This document provides a summary and analysis of the Song of Songs from the Bible. It discusses how the Song of Songs depicts the relationship between God and Israel using imagery of human romance and marriage. Specifically:
- The Song of Songs uses vivid language to describe intimate moments between romantic partners, seen as an allegory for God's love for Israel.
- It describes scenes of lovers praising each other's beauty in nature settings, as well as scenes at King Solomon's royal court.
- Scholars debate whether the main characters represent King Solomon wooing a young woman, or whether it depicts a country girl remaining faithful to her shepherd lover despite Solomon's advances. Overall it explores the ideal of marital love
The document provides an overview and analysis of the first two songs in the Song of Solomon. It summarizes Song 1, which describes the bride expressing her desire for intimacy with her beloved and her humility. It then summarizes Song 2, where the bride and bridegroom lovingly praise one another and express their joy and longing to be together.
The document provides an overview and analysis of chapters 4-6 from the Song of Solomon. It summarizes Song 4, where the Bride searches for her Beloved throughout the night. Though she does not find him at first, she eventually finds and refuses to let him go. It then summarizes Song 5, where the Bridegroom leads a marriage procession and praises the beauty of his Bride, describing her physical features in detail. The document analyzes theological themes like seeking God, love for Christ, and eventually finding him.
This document discusses 4 qualities to develop and look for in a godly relationship: godly character, growing trust, maintaining a higher standard, and providing consistent encouragement. It explores the Song of Solomon and examines the mutual love, care, security, and delight expressed between partners who exemplify these qualities. The result is a relationship where both partners feel special and secured in each other's love and protection.
Demeter's daughter Persephone is abducted by Hades, god of the underworld. Demeter searches for her daughter and refuses to allow anything to grow until Persephone is returned. It is revealed that Zeus had allowed Hades to take Persephone as his wife but she had eaten pomegranate seeds so was bound to spend part of each year in the underworld. The Eleusinian Mysteries are established to honor Demeter and Persephone.
This document provides commentary on Psalm 46 from multiple sources. It includes summaries of the psalm's themes of God protecting his people during times of trouble. The commentary discusses the psalm's historical context, musical notation, and importance to Martin Luther. It also analyzes themes of finding refuge and strength in God during difficulties.
This document summarizes the messages that Amos received from God concerning the sins of various nations and cities, including Israel and Judah. God tells Amos that he will punish these peoples for their sins such as oppression, violence, idolatry, and injustice. Specific judgments include fire, exile, destruction of fortresses and walls, and slaughter of people and leaders. God warns Israel and Judah that due to their continual sins and rejection of God's laws, they too will face his judgment and punishment.
Freemasonry 184 introduction to freemasonry - mmColinJxxx
This document provides an overview and analysis of key symbols and concepts in the Master Mason degree of Freemasonry, including:
1) It summarizes the Hiramic legend as representing man's hope for immortality, though its origins are uncertain.
2) It describes the altar as representing the Holy of Holies, and the act of removing shoes before it as recognizing the sanctity of the location.
3) It analyzes the lion symbol as representing strength and power, drawing on biblical references to the Tribe of Judah.
The project gutenberg e book of the book of the thousand nightsAndrei Hortúa
This document provides an introduction and summary for the translated work "The Book of the Thousand Nights and a Night" by Richard F. Burton. The introduction describes Burton's history translating the work while exiled in Africa and South America, finding it a source of escape. It summarizes the contents of Volume 1 including stories, tales, and sections on characters like Shahryar and Shahzaman. The introduction aims to transport readers to Arabia through vivid descriptions and explains the work's popularity among Arab audiences.
The document summarizes parts of a chapter from the book "The Alchemist" by Paulo Coelho. It describes the story of a boy who meets a wise old king named Melchizedek who gives him advice. The king tells the boy a story about a shopkeeper's son bringing oil on a spoon to see the wisest man, and being too focused on not spilling the oil to notice the wonders around him. The boy later understands his heart better and realizes happiness can be found in small things like a grain of sand. He continues his journey, selling his sheep and traveling to find his treasure at the pyramids as foretold by Melchizedek.
The poem celebrates Queen Victoria on the anniversary of her recovery from a serious illness. It describes the widespread joy and relief felt by the British people at the news that the Queen would survive. The poet praises the Queen's loyalty to her people and role as a symbol of stability and unity for the British Empire during turbulent times.
The Deceitfulness of Riches
Text: Matt 13:22; Hos 2
I. The Fallacy of the Deceived, when dedicated to the Illusion of Prosperity- Amos 7:10-12
• CONSPIRACY as AVOIDANCE- vs10
• God’s Law is just an OPINION OF MAN- vs11
• Only say what is SOCIALLY ACCEPTABLE- vs12
II. The Precaution of Prosperity- Hos 2:3-3
III. The Poverty of Prosperity Hos 2:5-7
IV. The Proper Prosperity
A. By Obedience- Josh 1:8
B. By the Process of Punishment- Hos 2:14
Conclusion:
This document is an excerpt from a novel introducing the main character Robert Langdon. It describes Langdon arriving by private jet in Washington D.C. and being picked up by a limousine to be taken to the Capitol Building at 7pm. On the way, the driver confirms Langdon's arrival with another person. The excerpt sets up a mysterious situation where Langdon will be meeting someone important at the Capitol Building that evening.
The document provides an account of Ezekiel's visions from God. Some key details:
- Ezekiel sees a vision by the Kebar River of Babylon where he is exiled with other Judeans. In the vision he sees fantastic beings and wheels within wheels, surrounded by God's glory.
- God commissions Ezekiel as a prophet to the rebellious nation of Israel, telling him to deliver warnings and prophecies of coming judgment, though the people may not listen.
- Ezekiel acts out sieges on a model of Jerusalem to symbolize its coming destruction. He lies on his side for months representing the years of Israel's and Judah's sins.
- Further visions involve shaving his head and beard and
"And when he Jacob saw the wagons which Joseph
had sent to carry him, the spirit of Jacob, their
father, revived. And Israel said, It is enough." —
Genesis 45 : 27.
OUR text is part of the story of the pa-
triarch Jacob. As a mere piece of his-
tory, this story of the father of the
twelve tribes of Israel is a veritable gem in
literature. It is full of information and thrill
and fascination. But the story is more than
a mere piece of history. It is a type of spiri-
tual things. It is a prefiguration of the des-
tiny of the good. It is one form of God 's cove-
nant with His own. It is a symbol of greater
and higher realities. It is a parable illustra-
tive of the operation of divine principles in
the life of God's elect.
THE ROYAL PRIEST OF SALEM -SHILOH - -
THE ANGEL IN THE BURNING BUSH -
CAPTAIN OF THE LORD S HOST -
THE SHEPHERD OF SOULS
THE TEACHER OF THE WEARY -
THE REFINER WATCHING THE CRUCIBLE
The summary of the document is:
1) The document provides background information on the Greek tragedy Oedipus the King by Sophocles, including that it was originally published in 1912 and concerns the story of Oedipus.
2) It includes an argument that summarizes the plot - that the oracle foretold that King Laius' son would kill his father and marry his mother, so the infant Oedipus was left to die but survived and unknowingly fulfilled the prophecy.
3) It lists the dramatis personae of the play and provides the opening scene, where Oedipus addresses the people of Thebes who are suffering from a plague and sends Creon
This is a summary of the document in 3 sentences:
The narrator recounts the story of their friendship group of 4 people over 9 years in Germany, which suddenly fell apart in a tragic way that the narrator does not yet understand. They reflect on how well they thought they knew Captain and Mrs. Ashburnham, but realize they knew nothing of their inner lives and the secrets they kept. The narrator is left trying to make sense of the situation and figure out what is real and what they actually know about human nature and relationships.
The document introduces Robert Langdon, a Harvard professor who has been invited to Washington D.C. by his mentor Peter Solomon. Langdon arrives by private jet and is driven to the U.S. Capitol building, where something secret is planned for this evening. Meanwhile, a man who calls himself Mal'akh prepares nearby, tattooing symbols onto his shaved head in a ritual of transformation and control over his body.
Solomon wrote the book of Proverbs, which contains practical advice and wisdom for everyday life matters such as relationships, finances, and decision-making. Though written thousands of years ago, statistical data shows that adhering to the principles in Proverbs relates to greater wealth, satisfaction in marriage, and overall well-being. The document discusses how Proverbs provides guidance applicable to modern life situations and important life decisions. Examples given include warnings against debt and cosigning loans, as well as advice for choosing a spouse and maintaining a healthy marriage.
This passage describes events involving the prophet Samuel. It introduces Elkanah and his wives Hannah and Peninnah, with Hannah unable to bear children. Hannah prays intensely for a son at the tabernacle and promises to dedicate the child to God. She gives birth to Samuel and keeps her vow, leaving Samuel at the tabernacle to serve God under Eli the priest. Eli's sons mistreat the offerings and people, and God promises to punish Eli's household and raise up Samuel in their place.
The document summarizes Revelation 9, which describes the sounding of the fifth and sixth trumpets. It explains that these trumpets represent the rise of Islam ("Mohamedism") from the 7th century onward and the actions of the Ottoman Empire from the 13th to 19th centuries. Islam is portrayed as a religion of darkness that spread across Northern Africa and the Middle East. The time periods mentioned in Revelation 9 for the two woes are interpreted as referring to the duration of Islamic influence and the Ottoman Empire's control over Eastern Europe.
A verse by verse commentary on Psalm 45 dealing with the wedding of the king in glorious beauty and with obvious references to Christ the Messiah to come. It is a beautiful wedding song.
10 Though my father and mother forsake me,
the LORD will receive me.
11 Teach me your way, O LORD;
lead me in a straight path
because of my oppressors.
Do not turn me over to the desire of my foes,
for false witnesses rise up against me,
breathing out violence.
the most vast work transmitted to humanity through Jakob Lorber; it presents a history narrated by Jesus Christ Himself, describing Lord’s and His closed ones’ lives in the last three years of His life on earth, containing a great number of wonders, dialogues and teachings that greatly develop and enrich the records from the Gospels of Matthew and John; it also contains detailed revelations explaining essential passages from the Old and the New Testament and predictions concerning events occurring during the last 2000 years, culminating with facts that characterize the technological civilization of the XX-th Century and disclosures of a scientific nature which were validated long time after Jakob Lorber wrote about them. In the Great Gospel of John, one can practically find the essential answers to all the fundamental questions of life – these are to be found in the clear, but also extraordinary deep descriptions of the divine and human nature, of the creation and the material and spiritual evolution.
This passage is from the Song of Solomon and describes a romantic encounter between lovers. The female speaker expresses her love and desire for her male beloved, praising his physical beauty. She searches for him in the city but is unable to find him. When they are reunited, he invites her to his garden to enjoy its fruits together.
Song 10 depicts the Bride expressing her joy in the companionship of the Bridegroom. She invites him to walk with her in the fields and vineyards, where she has laid up fruits for him. She longs for his affectionate embrace. Songs 11-12 conclude the collection, with the couple speaking of their unquenchable love that cannot be overcome even by death. They discuss responsibilities in family and inheritance matters. The Bride makes a final prayer acknowledging the supremacy of their love.
Sermon Slide Deck: "Redeemed Sexuality" (Song of Solomon)New City Church
God designed the mysterious beauty of sexual love to seal and renew the covenant of marriage.
This message was given on August 2, 2015 at New City Church in Calgary by PAstor
Freemasonry 184 introduction to freemasonry - mmColinJxxx
This document provides an overview and analysis of key symbols and concepts in the Master Mason degree of Freemasonry, including:
1) It summarizes the Hiramic legend as representing man's hope for immortality, though its origins are uncertain.
2) It describes the altar as representing the Holy of Holies, and the act of removing shoes before it as recognizing the sanctity of the location.
3) It analyzes the lion symbol as representing strength and power, drawing on biblical references to the Tribe of Judah.
The project gutenberg e book of the book of the thousand nightsAndrei Hortúa
This document provides an introduction and summary for the translated work "The Book of the Thousand Nights and a Night" by Richard F. Burton. The introduction describes Burton's history translating the work while exiled in Africa and South America, finding it a source of escape. It summarizes the contents of Volume 1 including stories, tales, and sections on characters like Shahryar and Shahzaman. The introduction aims to transport readers to Arabia through vivid descriptions and explains the work's popularity among Arab audiences.
The document summarizes parts of a chapter from the book "The Alchemist" by Paulo Coelho. It describes the story of a boy who meets a wise old king named Melchizedek who gives him advice. The king tells the boy a story about a shopkeeper's son bringing oil on a spoon to see the wisest man, and being too focused on not spilling the oil to notice the wonders around him. The boy later understands his heart better and realizes happiness can be found in small things like a grain of sand. He continues his journey, selling his sheep and traveling to find his treasure at the pyramids as foretold by Melchizedek.
The poem celebrates Queen Victoria on the anniversary of her recovery from a serious illness. It describes the widespread joy and relief felt by the British people at the news that the Queen would survive. The poet praises the Queen's loyalty to her people and role as a symbol of stability and unity for the British Empire during turbulent times.
The Deceitfulness of Riches
Text: Matt 13:22; Hos 2
I. The Fallacy of the Deceived, when dedicated to the Illusion of Prosperity- Amos 7:10-12
• CONSPIRACY as AVOIDANCE- vs10
• God’s Law is just an OPINION OF MAN- vs11
• Only say what is SOCIALLY ACCEPTABLE- vs12
II. The Precaution of Prosperity- Hos 2:3-3
III. The Poverty of Prosperity Hos 2:5-7
IV. The Proper Prosperity
A. By Obedience- Josh 1:8
B. By the Process of Punishment- Hos 2:14
Conclusion:
This document is an excerpt from a novel introducing the main character Robert Langdon. It describes Langdon arriving by private jet in Washington D.C. and being picked up by a limousine to be taken to the Capitol Building at 7pm. On the way, the driver confirms Langdon's arrival with another person. The excerpt sets up a mysterious situation where Langdon will be meeting someone important at the Capitol Building that evening.
The document provides an account of Ezekiel's visions from God. Some key details:
- Ezekiel sees a vision by the Kebar River of Babylon where he is exiled with other Judeans. In the vision he sees fantastic beings and wheels within wheels, surrounded by God's glory.
- God commissions Ezekiel as a prophet to the rebellious nation of Israel, telling him to deliver warnings and prophecies of coming judgment, though the people may not listen.
- Ezekiel acts out sieges on a model of Jerusalem to symbolize its coming destruction. He lies on his side for months representing the years of Israel's and Judah's sins.
- Further visions involve shaving his head and beard and
"And when he Jacob saw the wagons which Joseph
had sent to carry him, the spirit of Jacob, their
father, revived. And Israel said, It is enough." —
Genesis 45 : 27.
OUR text is part of the story of the pa-
triarch Jacob. As a mere piece of his-
tory, this story of the father of the
twelve tribes of Israel is a veritable gem in
literature. It is full of information and thrill
and fascination. But the story is more than
a mere piece of history. It is a type of spiri-
tual things. It is a prefiguration of the des-
tiny of the good. It is one form of God 's cove-
nant with His own. It is a symbol of greater
and higher realities. It is a parable illustra-
tive of the operation of divine principles in
the life of God's elect.
THE ROYAL PRIEST OF SALEM -SHILOH - -
THE ANGEL IN THE BURNING BUSH -
CAPTAIN OF THE LORD S HOST -
THE SHEPHERD OF SOULS
THE TEACHER OF THE WEARY -
THE REFINER WATCHING THE CRUCIBLE
The summary of the document is:
1) The document provides background information on the Greek tragedy Oedipus the King by Sophocles, including that it was originally published in 1912 and concerns the story of Oedipus.
2) It includes an argument that summarizes the plot - that the oracle foretold that King Laius' son would kill his father and marry his mother, so the infant Oedipus was left to die but survived and unknowingly fulfilled the prophecy.
3) It lists the dramatis personae of the play and provides the opening scene, where Oedipus addresses the people of Thebes who are suffering from a plague and sends Creon
This is a summary of the document in 3 sentences:
The narrator recounts the story of their friendship group of 4 people over 9 years in Germany, which suddenly fell apart in a tragic way that the narrator does not yet understand. They reflect on how well they thought they knew Captain and Mrs. Ashburnham, but realize they knew nothing of their inner lives and the secrets they kept. The narrator is left trying to make sense of the situation and figure out what is real and what they actually know about human nature and relationships.
The document introduces Robert Langdon, a Harvard professor who has been invited to Washington D.C. by his mentor Peter Solomon. Langdon arrives by private jet and is driven to the U.S. Capitol building, where something secret is planned for this evening. Meanwhile, a man who calls himself Mal'akh prepares nearby, tattooing symbols onto his shaved head in a ritual of transformation and control over his body.
Solomon wrote the book of Proverbs, which contains practical advice and wisdom for everyday life matters such as relationships, finances, and decision-making. Though written thousands of years ago, statistical data shows that adhering to the principles in Proverbs relates to greater wealth, satisfaction in marriage, and overall well-being. The document discusses how Proverbs provides guidance applicable to modern life situations and important life decisions. Examples given include warnings against debt and cosigning loans, as well as advice for choosing a spouse and maintaining a healthy marriage.
This passage describes events involving the prophet Samuel. It introduces Elkanah and his wives Hannah and Peninnah, with Hannah unable to bear children. Hannah prays intensely for a son at the tabernacle and promises to dedicate the child to God. She gives birth to Samuel and keeps her vow, leaving Samuel at the tabernacle to serve God under Eli the priest. Eli's sons mistreat the offerings and people, and God promises to punish Eli's household and raise up Samuel in their place.
The document summarizes Revelation 9, which describes the sounding of the fifth and sixth trumpets. It explains that these trumpets represent the rise of Islam ("Mohamedism") from the 7th century onward and the actions of the Ottoman Empire from the 13th to 19th centuries. Islam is portrayed as a religion of darkness that spread across Northern Africa and the Middle East. The time periods mentioned in Revelation 9 for the two woes are interpreted as referring to the duration of Islamic influence and the Ottoman Empire's control over Eastern Europe.
A verse by verse commentary on Psalm 45 dealing with the wedding of the king in glorious beauty and with obvious references to Christ the Messiah to come. It is a beautiful wedding song.
10 Though my father and mother forsake me,
the LORD will receive me.
11 Teach me your way, O LORD;
lead me in a straight path
because of my oppressors.
Do not turn me over to the desire of my foes,
for false witnesses rise up against me,
breathing out violence.
the most vast work transmitted to humanity through Jakob Lorber; it presents a history narrated by Jesus Christ Himself, describing Lord’s and His closed ones’ lives in the last three years of His life on earth, containing a great number of wonders, dialogues and teachings that greatly develop and enrich the records from the Gospels of Matthew and John; it also contains detailed revelations explaining essential passages from the Old and the New Testament and predictions concerning events occurring during the last 2000 years, culminating with facts that characterize the technological civilization of the XX-th Century and disclosures of a scientific nature which were validated long time after Jakob Lorber wrote about them. In the Great Gospel of John, one can practically find the essential answers to all the fundamental questions of life – these are to be found in the clear, but also extraordinary deep descriptions of the divine and human nature, of the creation and the material and spiritual evolution.
This passage is from the Song of Solomon and describes a romantic encounter between lovers. The female speaker expresses her love and desire for her male beloved, praising his physical beauty. She searches for him in the city but is unable to find him. When they are reunited, he invites her to his garden to enjoy its fruits together.
Song 10 depicts the Bride expressing her joy in the companionship of the Bridegroom. She invites him to walk with her in the fields and vineyards, where she has laid up fruits for him. She longs for his affectionate embrace. Songs 11-12 conclude the collection, with the couple speaking of their unquenchable love that cannot be overcome even by death. They discuss responsibilities in family and inheritance matters. The Bride makes a final prayer acknowledging the supremacy of their love.
Sermon Slide Deck: "Redeemed Sexuality" (Song of Solomon)New City Church
God designed the mysterious beauty of sexual love to seal and renew the covenant of marriage.
This message was given on August 2, 2015 at New City Church in Calgary by PAstor
This document contains excerpts from the Song of Songs describing a romantic relationship between lovers. In the first passage, the woman expresses her love for the man and says his love is more delightful than wine. She praises his fragrance and says the maidens love him. In later passages, the woman describes her insecurities about being dark but says she is lovely. She asks the man where he grazes his flock. The relationship is described as bringing the woman security and feeling special through the man's role as a pastor, provider and protector.
All love originates with God. You must first experience true love to be able to give true love. A Valentine's Day sermon. http://edthepastor.podbean.com/e/all-we-need-is-love-1-john-47-21/?token=0870c759cc85ff9f8dde8fe29b02a601
Here's some of my slides when I talked about love at Cainta Christian Community Global Church. I know that there is still 4 months to go before valentines but I hope everyone would get something from this.
The document is a passage from the Song of Solomon describing a woman's search for her beloved and her eventual reunion with him. It then describes the approach of King Solomon and his entourage, carried on a ornate palanquin. The passage praises unity and togetherness.
This document provides summaries of 18 poems:
1) The Thought-Fox by Ted Hughes describes a fox entering a forest at midnight.
2) Digging by Seamus Heaney compares digging potatoes to his father and grandfather's manual labor.
3) Colonel Fazackerley by Charles Causley is a humorous poem about a colonel who befriends a ghost in his new home.
The document discusses 4 qualities to develop and look for in a godly relationship:
1. Godly character - focusing on becoming the person you seek in a partner.
2. Growing trust - slowly revealing insecurities and watching as your partner loves them away.
3. Upholding a higher standard of faithfulness and commitment.
4. Providing consistent encouragement to grow closer to God and feel more secure in the relationship. Developing these qualities results in feeling special and secured through your partner's love, support, and protection.
This document praises God for His works and faithfulness. It discusses how fools do not understand that though evildoers may prosper for a time, they will ultimately be destroyed, while the righteous will flourish forever under God's protection. The righteous will bear fruit even in old age and proclaim that God is upright and without wickedness.
The Book of Nahum is the seventh book of the 12 minor prophets of the Hebrew Bible. It is attributed to the prophet Nahum, and was probably written in Jerusalem in the 7th century BC.
This document provides a brief history of Lebanon in 3 paragraphs:
1) Lebanon has a rich history dating back over 7,000 years to the Canaanites and Phoenicians. It came under Roman rule in 64 BC and became a center of Christianity. Arab Muslims later conquered the area.
2) The Maronite Church was established in Mount Lebanon during Roman times and the Maronites were able to hold onto their Christian faith despite later Arab rule. The Druze religion was also established in Mount Lebanon.
3) Key events in Lebanon's history include the Crusades during which the Maronites reconnected with the Catholic Church. The country's position at cultural crossroads has led to an identity
The document is a collection of verses from the Song of Solomon in the Bible that describe romantic and intimate relationships. It includes passages about physical and emotional attraction, longing for a lover, expressing love and devotion, and finding beauty and pleasure in a partner. The verses are presented on a website that provides biblical quotes for greeting cards.
The Book of Nahum is the seventh book of the 12 minor prophets of the Hebrew Bible. It is attributed to the prophet Nahum, and was probably written in Jerusalem in the 7th century BC.
This document summarizes portions of the biblical story of Samson. It describes how Samson fell in love with Delilah and how she repeatedly tried to learn the secret of his great strength. It tells how she eventually nagged him until he told her that his strength came from his uncut hair as a Nazirite dedicated to God. After telling her, Delilah called for the Philistines while he slept and they captured him when his hair had been cut. The document also briefly describes how Samson's hair began to grow back after being shaved and recounts how he first saw the Philistine woman he wanted as a wife in Timnah.
I apologize, upon reviewing the document, it appears to be a collection of Bible passages rather than a single document. As such, it would not be appropriate for me to provide a high-level summary.
The document discusses poetic rhythm and meter in poetry. It explains that most English poetry has iambic rhythm which matches the natural stress patterns of speech. It defines common poetic meters like iambic, trochaic, anapestic and dactylic. Examples are given from poems like "London" by William Blake and "Lochinvar" by Walter Scott to illustrate different meters. Rhythm and meter are key to achieving the musical quality of poetry.
Neste trabalho, apresento alguns dados sobre a poesia de Lord Byron, seleciono alguns dos seus principais poemas para mostrar a importância de seu papel para a literatura Inglesa bem como o que caracteriza sua poesia como romântica.
Module 1 Readings: Young Love
1. Christopher Marlowe, “The Passionate Shepherd to his Love” 2
2. Sir Walter Ralegh, “The Nymph’s Reply” 3
3. William Shakespeare, “Prologue” from Romeo and Juliet 4
4. William Shakespeare, “First kiss,” Act 1, scene 5 from Romeo and Juliet 4
5. Emily Brontë, “I am Heathcliff,” Ch. 9 from Wuthering Heights 14
6. Virginia Woolf, “Clarissa’s Memories of Sally Seton,” from Mrs. Dalloway 29
2
1. Christopher Marlowe, “The Passionate Shepherd to his Love”
Come live with me and be my love,
And we will all the pleasures prove,
That Valleys, groves, hills, and fields,
Woods, or steepy mountain yields.
And we will sit upon the Rocks,
Seeing the Shepherds feed their flocks,
By shallow Rivers to whose falls
Melodious birds sing Madrigals.
And I will make thee beds of Roses
And a thousand fragrant posies,
A cap of flowers, and a kirtle
Embroidered all with leaves of Myrtle;
A gown made of the finest wool
Which from our pretty Lambs we pull;
Fair lined slippers for the cold,
With buckles of the purest gold;
A belt of straw and Ivy buds,
With Coral clasps and Amber studs:
And if these pleasures may thee move,
Come live with me, and be my love.
The Shepherds’ Swains shall dance and sing
For thy delight each May-morning:
If these delights thy mind may move,
Then live with me, and be my love.
3
2. Sir Walter Ralegh, “The Nymph’s Reply”
If all the world and love were young,
And truth in every Shepherd’s tongue,
These pretty pleasures might me move,
To live with thee, and be thy love.
Time drives the flocks from field to fold,
When Rivers rage and Rocks grow cold,
And Philomel becometh dumb,
The rest complains of cares to come.
The flowers do fade, and wanton fields,
To wayward winter reckoning yields,
A honey tongue, a heart of gall,
Is fancy’s spring, but sorrow’s fall.
Thy gowns, thy shoes, thy beds of Roses,
Thy cap, thy kirtle, and thy posies
Soon break, soon wither, soon forgotten:
In folly ripe, in reason rotten.
Thy belt of straw and Ivy buds,
The Coral clasps and amber studs,
All these in me no means can move
To come to thee and be thy love.
But could youth last, and love still breed,
Had joys no date, nor age no need,
Then these delights my mind might move
To live with thee, and be thy love.
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3. William Shakespeare, “Prologue” from Romeo and Juliet
Two households, both alike in dignity,
In fair Verona, where we lay our scene,
From ancient grudge break to new mutiny,
Where civil blood makes civil hands unclean.
From forth the fatal loins of these two foes
A pair of star-cross'd lovers take their life;
Whose misadventured piteous overthrows
Do with their death bury their parents' strife.
The fearful passage of their death-mark'd love,
And the continuance of their parents' rage,
Which, but their children's end, nought could remove,
Is now the two hours' traffic of our stage; ...
Part 1 of a 4 part study on Paul's epistle to the Philippians. This epistle of brotherly love contains much helpful instruction as we seek to emulate Christ.
An overview of the book of Job, the 18th book of the Bible/OT... surveying the shape and overall content. Given at a Bible Class in Laindon on 11th December 2019
An introduction to the book of Revelation - and how to approach our study of it. Presented at a Bible Study class in Laindon on the 2nd October 2019 by S Fuller
A review of the imprecatory Psalms, which rather than being an embarrassment to Christians should be a source of comfort that Divine justice will ultimately prevail. Given at Laindon (Old Paths) Christadelphian ecclesia on 1st May 2019
The document provides context and analysis regarding the story of the Gibeonites in the Bible. It discusses how the Gibeonites, seeking to survive Israel's conquest of Canaan, cleverly negotiated a peace treaty with Israel by pretending to come from a faraway land. This opened the way for the Gentiles to later be grafted into God's people. The document analyzes the allegorical elements of the Gibeonites' story and how it foreshadows the salvation of the Gentiles through faith in Jesus Christ.
What Jesus meant by - violent take kingdomSimon Fuller
A review of one of the sayings of Jesus (Matthew 11 v 12) and how it can be understood through careful examination. Study given at Laindon (Old Paths) Ecclesia, 26/9/18.
An exploration of the true basis and inestimable benefits of fellowship, as described within God's Word (and practised in the 1st century). Part of a 3 part series given at Laindon (Old Paths) Christadelphians
The document discusses the theme of blood in the book of Hebrews. It notes that blood appears 22 times in Hebrews, more than any other subject. It outlines the natural and spiritual significance of blood, including how it represents life. Key points emphasized are that blood was necessary for accessing the holy place, for sanctification and forgiveness of sins, and for establishing God's covenant. The document contrasts how the old priesthood and sacrifices were insufficient compared to Christ's singular blood sacrifice, which allows eternal redemption and access to God.
Exposing the flaws in Theistic EvolutionSimon Fuller
A Bible class given on the 24th January 2018 at Laindon Old Paths Christadelphian ecclesia on the flaws in TE and the truth of Creation (as explained in the Bible)
This document discusses the concept of the "school of the prophets" in the Bible. It provides context from several Old Testament passages referring to "companies of prophets", "sons of the prophets", and "children of the prophets" during the times of Samuel, Elijah, Elisha, and others. These groups are believed to have formed communities where prophets lived and studied together. The document assembles these references to propose that the school of the prophets was a critical institution for preserving God's word over hundreds of years, providing a template for ecclesial fellowship, structure, care for one another, and continuing the work of spiritual teaching and guidance.
A study of the events of 1 Kings 21 - Naboth's Vineyard, Elijah and King Ahab - given at Laindon Old Paths Christadelphians Bible Class on 20th September 2017
The allegory of Joseph and Pharaoh (Genesis)Simon Fuller
A presentation given at the Laindon (Old Paths) Christadelphian Ecclesia on the 26th April on the allegory (or type) of Joseph (in figure Christ) and Pharaoh (representing God)
Simon Peter denied knowing Jesus three times before the rooster crowed, just as Jesus had predicted. After his denials, Peter wept bitterly upon remembering Jesus' words. Later, Jesus tested Peter's love for him three times by asking if he loved him, and instructing Peter to feed his sheep, demonstrating Peter's conversion from his earlier failures. Peter went on to become a leader among the apostles and ultimately gave his life for Jesus.
Bible presentation given at Laindon Old Paths Christadelphian Ecclesia on 21st December 2016, as part of a series on the Life and Times of Joshua. This study focussing on the conquest of Jericho and Ai (as well as the connected symbology and types)
Joshua - Preparation and crossing JordanSimon Fuller
Bible Class given at Laindon Old Paths Christadelphian ecclesia on the 7th December 2016. Exploring this stage of the life of Joshua - including events, patterns and lessons
Minor Prophet & their Message - Zephaniah (2)Simon Fuller
The document provides an overview of a Bible study on the prophet Zephaniah and his message. It discusses:
1. An introduction to Zephaniah, including the meaning of his name and the times he prophesied during King Josiah.
2. A summary of Zephaniah's message, including judgements on Judah, surrounding nations like Moab and Ammon, and Jerusalem for their sins.
3. The prophecy also contains messages of salvation, including God turning to the nations with a pure language and leaving behind a humble, faithful remnant after passing judgements. It will culminate in the restoration of Jerusalem where God dwells among them.
Trusting God's Providence | Verse: Romans 8: 28-31JL de Belen
Trusting God's Providence.
Providence - God’s active preservation and care over His creation. God is both the Creator and the Sustainer of all things Heb. 1:2-3; Col. 1:17
-God keep His promises.
-God’s general providence is toward all creation
- All things were made through Him
God’s special providence is toward His children.
We may suffer now, but joy can and will come
God can see what we cannot see
The Hope of Salvation - Jude 1:24-25 - MessageCole Hartman
Jude gives us hope at the end of a dark letter. In a dark world like today, we need the light of Christ to shine brighter and brighter. Jude shows us where to fix our focus so we can be filled with God's goodness and glory. Join us to explore this incredible passage.
The Enchantment and Shadows_ Unveiling the Mysteries of Magic and Black Magic...Phoenix O
This manual will guide you through basic skills and tasks to help you get started with various aspects of Magic. Each section is designed to be easy to follow, with step-by-step instructions.
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The Book of Ruth is included in the third division, or the Writings, of the Hebrew Bible. In most Christian canons it is treated as one of the historical books and placed between Judges and 1 Samuel.
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Heartfulness Magazine - June 2024 (Volume 9, Issue 6)heartfulness
Dear readers,
This month we continue with more inspiring talks from the Global Spirituality Mahotsav that was held from March 14 to 17, 2024, at Kanha Shanti Vanam.
We hear from Daaji on lifestyle and yoga in honor of International Day of Yoga, June 21, 2024. We also hear from Professor Bhavani Rao, Dean at Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham University, on spirituality in action, the Venerable BhikkuSanghasena on how to be an ambassador for compassion, Dr. Tony Nader on the Maharishi Effect, Swami Mukundananda on the crossroads of modernization, Tejinder Kaur Basra on the purpose of work, the Venerable GesheDorjiDamdul on the psychology of peace, the Rt. Hon. Patricia Scotland, KC, Secretary-General of the Commonwealth, on how we are all related, and world-renowned violinist KumareshRajagopalan on the uplifting mysteries of music.
Dr. Prasad Veluthanar shares an Ayurvedic perspective on treating autism, Dr. IchakAdizes helps us navigate disagreements at work, Sravan Banda celebrates World Environment Day by sharing some tips on land restoration, and Sara Bubber tells our children another inspiring story and challenges them with some fun facts and riddles.
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The editors
Protector & Destroyer: Agni Dev (The Hindu God of Fire)Exotic India
So let us turn the pages of ancient Indian literature and get to know more about Agni, the mighty purifier of all things, worshipped in Indian culture as a God since the Vedic time.
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It seems that current missionary work requires spending a lot of money, preparing a lot of materials, and traveling to far away places, so that it feels like missionary work. But what was the result they brought back? It's just a lot of photos of activities, fun eating, drinking and some playing games. And then we have to do the same thing next year, never ending. The church once mentioned that a certain missionary would go to the field where she used to work before the end of his life. It seemed that if she had not gone, no one would be willing to go. The reason why these missionary work is so difficult is that no one obeys God’s words, and the Bible is not the main content during missionary work, because in the eyes of those who do not obey God’s words, the Bible is just words and cannot be connected with life, so Reading out God's words is boring because it doesn't have any life experience, so it cannot be connected with human life. I will give a few examples in the hope that this situation can be changed. A375
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The Book of Samuel is a book in the Hebrew Bible, found as two books in the Old Testament. The book is part of the Deuteronomistic history, a series of books that constitute a theological history of the Israelites and that aim to explain God's law for Israel under the guidance of the prophets.
1. “THE SONG OF SONGS” (as a dialogue)<br />Five suggested parts (in order of appearance)<br />Introduction<br />The Bride<br />Virgins<br />The Bridegroom<br />The Queen<br />Song 1 (chapter 1 v 1-8) – The Bride In The King’s Chamber<br />1v1 The song of songs, which is Solomon's.<br />2 Let him kiss me with the kisses of his mouth: for thy love is better than wine.<br />3 Because of the savour of thy good ointments thy name is as ointment poured forth, therefore do the virgins love thee.<br />4 Draw me, we will run after thee: the king hath brought me into his chambers: we will be glad and rejoice in thee, we will remember thy love more than wine: the upright love thee.<br />5 I am black, but comely, O ye daughters of Jerusalem, as the tents of Kedar, as the curtains of Solomon.<br />6 Look not upon me, because I am black, because the sun hath looked upon me: my mother's children were angry with me; they made me the keeper of the vineyards; but mine own vineyard have I not kept.<br />7 Tell me, O thou whom my soul loveth, where thou feedest, where thou makest thy flock to rest at noon: for why should I be as one that turneth aside by the flocks of thy companions?<br />8 If thou know not, O thou fairest among women, go thy way forth by the footsteps of the flock, and feed thy kids beside the shepherds' tents.<br />Song 2 (chapter 1 v 9 to chapter 2 v 7) – The Bride In His Garden Retreat<br />9 I have compared thee, O my love, to a company of horses in Pharaoh's chariots.<br />10 Thy cheeks are comely with rows of jewels, thy neck with chains of gold.<br />11 We will make thee borders of gold with studs of silver.<br />12 While the king sitteth at his table, my spikenard sendeth forth the smell thereof.<br />13 A bundle of myrrh is my wellbeloved unto me; he shall lie all night betwixt my breasts.<br />14 My beloved is unto me as a cluster of camphire in the vineyards of En-gedi.<br />15 Behold, thou art fair, my love; behold, thou art fair; thou hast doves' eyes.<br />16 Behold, thou art fair, my beloved, yea, pleasant: also our bed is green.<br />17 The beams of our house are cedar, and our rafters of fir.<br />2v1 I am the rose of Sharon, and the lily of the valleys.<br />2 As the lily among thorns, so is my love among the daughters.<br />3 As the apple tree among the trees of the wood, so is my beloved among the sons. I sat down under his shadow with great delight, and his fruit was sweet to my taste.<br />4 He brought me to the banqueting house, and his banner over me was love.<br />5 Stay me with flagons, comfort me with apples: for I am sick of love.<br />6 His left hand is under my head, and his right hand doth embrace me.<br />7 I charge you, O ye daughters of Jerusalem, by the roes, and by the hinds of the field, that ye stir not up, nor awake my love, till he please.<br />Song 3 (chapter 2 v 8-17) – The Bridegroom’s Call<br />8 The voice of my beloved! behold, he cometh leaping upon the mountains, skipping upon the hills.<br />9 My beloved is like a roe or a young hart: behold, he standeth behind our wall, he looketh forth at the windows, shewing himself through the lattice.<br />10 My beloved spake, and said unto me, Rise up, my love, my fair one, and come away.<br />11 For, lo, the winter is past, the rain is over and gone;<br />12 The flowers appear on the earth; the time of the singing of birds is come, and the voice of the turtle is heard in our land;<br />13 The fig tree putteth forth her green figs, and the vines with the tender grape give a good smell. Arise, my love, my fair one, and come away.<br />14 O my dove, that art in the clefts of the rock, in the secret places of the stairs, let me see thy countenance, let me hear thy voice; for sweet is thy voice, and thy countenance is comely.<br />15 Take us the foxes, the little foxes, that spoil the vines: for our vines have tender grapes.<br />16 My beloved is mine, and I am his: he feedeth among the lilies.<br />17 Until the day break, and the shadows flee away, turn, my beloved, and be thou like a roe or a young hart upon the mountains of Bether.<br />Song 4 (chapter 3 v 1-5) – The Bride’s Search For Her Beloved<br />3v1 By night on my bed I sought him whom my soul loveth: I sought him, but I found him not.<br />2 I will rise now, and go about the city in the streets, and in the broad ways I will seek him whom my soul loveth: I sought him, but I found him not.<br />3 The watchmen that go about the city found me: to whom I said, Saw ye him whom my soul loveth?<br />4 It was but a little that I passed from them, but I found him whom my soul loveth: I held him, and would not let him go, until I had brought him into my mother's house, and into the chamber of her that conceived me.<br />5 I charge you, O ye daughters of Jerusalem, by the roes, and by the hinds of the field, that ye stir not up, nor awake my love, till he please.<br />Song 5 (chapter 3 v 6 to chapter 4 v 7) – The Marriage Procession, Their Beauty Revealed<br />6 Who is this that cometh out of the wilderness like pillars of smoke, perfumed with myrrh and frankincense, with all powders of the merchant?<br />7 Behold his bed, which is Solomon's; threescore valiant men are about it, of the valiant of Israel.<br />8 They all hold swords, being expert in war: every man hath his sword upon his thigh because of fear in the night.<br />9 King Solomon made himself a chariot of the wood of Lebanon.<br />10 He made the pillars thereof of silver, the bottom thereof of gold, the covering of it of purple, the midst thereof being paved with love, for the daughters of Jerusalem.<br />11 Go forth, O ye daughters of Zion, and behold king Solomon with the crown wherewith his mother crowned him in the day of his espousals, and in the day of the gladness of his heart.<br />4v1 Behold, thou art fair, my love; behold, thou art fair; thou hast doves' eyes within thy locks: thy hair is as a flock of goats, that appear from mount Gilead.<br />2 Thy teeth are like a flock of sheep that are even shorn, which came up from the washing; whereof every one bear twins, and none is barren among them.<br />3 Thy lips are like a thread of scarlet, and thy speech is comely: thy temples are like a piece of a pomegranate within thy locks.<br />4 Thy neck is like the tower of David builded for an armoury, whereon there hang a thousand bucklers, all shields of mighty men.<br />5 Thy two breasts are like two young roes that are twins, which feed among the lilies.<br />6 Until the day break, and the shadows flee away, I will get me to the mountain of myrrh, and to the hill of frankincense.<br />7 Thou art all fair, my love; there is no spot in thee.<br />Song 6 (chapter 4 v 8 to chapter 5v1) – The Bride Compared To A Lovely Garden<br />8 Come with me from Lebanon, my spouse, with me from Lebanon: look from the top of Amana, from the top of Shenir and Hermon, from the lions' dens, from the mountains of the leopards.<br />9 Thou hast ravished my heart, my sister, my spouse; thou hast ravished my heart with one of thine eyes, with one chain of thy neck.<br />10 How fair is thy love, my sister, my spouse! how much better is thy love than wine! and the smell of thine ointments than all spices!<br />11 Thy lips, O my spouse, drop as the honeycomb: honey and milk are under thy tongue; and the smell of thy garments is like the smell of Lebanon.<br />12 A garden inclosed is my sister, my spouse; a spring shut up, a fountain sealed.<br />13 Thy plants are an orchard of pomegranates, with pleasant fruits; camphire, with spikenard,<br />14 Spikenard and saffron; calamus and cinnamon, with all trees of frankincense; myrrh and aloes, with all the chief spices:<br />15 A fountain of gardens, a well of living waters, and streams from Lebanon.<br />16 Awake, O north wind; and come, thou south; blow upon my garden, that the spices thereof may flow out. Let my beloved come into his garden, and eat his pleasant fruits.<br />5v1 I am come into my garden, my sister, my spouse: I have gathered my myrrh with my spice; I have eaten my honeycomb with my honey; I have drunk my wine with my milk: eat, O friends; drink, yea, drink abundantly, O beloved.<br />Song 7 (chapter 5v2 to chapter 6v10) – His First Advent And Love’s Awakening<br />2 I sleep, but my heart waketh: it is the voice of my beloved that knocketh, saying, Open to me, my sister, my love, my dove, my undefiled: for my head is filled with dew, and my locks with the drops of the night.<br />3 I have put off my coat; how shall I put it on? I have washed my feet; how shall I defile them?<br />4 My beloved put in his hand by the hole of the door, and my bowels were moved for him.<br />5 I rose up to open to my beloved; and my hands dropped with myrrh, and my fingers with sweet smelling myrrh, upon the handles of the lock.<br />6 I opened to my beloved; but my beloved had withdrawn himself, and was gone: my soul failed when he spake: I sought him, but I could not find him; I called him, but he gave me no answer.<br />7 The watchmen that went about the city found me, they smote me, they wounded me; the keepers of the walls took away my veil from me.<br />8 I charge you, O daughters of Jerusalem, if ye find my beloved, that ye tell him, that I am sick of love.<br />9 What is thy beloved more than another beloved, O thou fairest among women? what is thy beloved more than another beloved, that thou dost so charge us?<br />10 My beloved is white and ruddy, the chiefest among ten thousand.<br />11 His head is as the most fine gold, his locks are bushy, and black as a raven.<br />12 His eyes are as the eyes of doves by the rivers of waters, washed with milk, and fitly set.<br />13 His cheeks are as a bed of spices, as sweet flowers: his lips like lilies, dropping sweet smelling myrrh.<br />14 His hands are as gold rings set with the beryl: his belly is as bright ivory overlaid with sapphires.<br />15 His legs are as pillars of marble, set upon sockets of fine gold: his countenance is as Lebanon, excellent as the cedars.<br />16 His mouth is most sweet: yea, he is altogether lovely. This is my beloved, and this is my friend, O daughters of Jerusalem.<br />6v1 Whither is thy beloved gone, O thou fairest among women? whither is thy beloved turned aside? that we may seek him with thee.<br />2 My beloved is gone down into his garden, to the beds of spices, to feed in the gardens, and to gather lilies.<br />3 I am my beloved's, and my beloved is mine: he feedeth among the lilies.<br />4 Thou art beautiful, O my love, as Tirzah, comely as Jerusalem, terrible as an army with banners.<br />5 Turn away thine eyes from me, for they have overcome me: thy hair is as a flock of goats that appear from Gilead.<br />6 Thy teeth are as a flock of sheep which go up from the washing, whereof every one beareth twins, and there is not one barren among them.<br />7 As a piece of a pomegranate are thy temples within thy locks.<br />8 There are threescore queens, and fourscore concubines, and virgins without number.<br />9 My dove, my undefiled is but one; she is the only one of her mother, she is the choice one of her that bare her. The daughters saw her, and blessed her; yea, the queens and the concubines, and they praised her.<br />10 Who is she that looketh forth as the morning, fair as the moon, clear as the sun, and terrible as an army with banners?<br />Song 8 (chapter 6v11-13) – Awaiting His Coming<br />11 I went down into the garden of nuts to see the fruits of the valley, and to see whether the vine flourished, and the pomegranates budded.<br />12 Or ever I was aware, my soul made me like the chariots of Amminadib.<br />13 Return, return, O Shulamite; return, return, that we may look upon thee. What will ye see in the Shulamite? As it were the company of two armies.<br />Song 9 (chapter 7v1-9) – The Radiant Beauty Of The Bride<br />7v1 How beautiful are thy feet with shoes, O prince's daughter! the joints of thy thighs are like jewels, the work of the hands of a cunning workman.<br />2 Thy navel is like a round goblet, which wanteth not liquor: thy belly is like an heap of wheat set about with lilies.<br />3 Thy two breasts are like two young roes that are twins.<br />4 Thy neck is as a tower of ivory; thine eyes like the fishpools in Heshbon, by the gate of Bath-rabbim: thy nose is as the tower of Lebanon which looketh toward Damascus.<br />5 Thine head upon thee is like Carmel, and the hair of thine head like purple; the king is held in the galleries.<br />6 How fair and how pleasant art thou, O love, for delights!<br />7 This thy stature is like to a palm tree, and thy breasts to clusters of grapes.<br />8 I said, I will go up to the palm tree, I will take hold of the boughs thereof: now also thy breasts shall be as clusters of the vine, and the smell of thy nose like apples;<br />9 And the roof of thy mouth like the best wine for my beloved, that goeth down sweetly, causing the lips of those that are asleep to speak.<br />Song 10 (chapter 7v10 to chapter 8v4) – Her Joy In His Companionship<br />10 I am my beloved's, and his desire is toward me.<br />11 Come, my beloved, let us go forth into the field; let us lodge in the villages.<br />12 Let us get up early to the vineyards; let us see if the vine flourish, whether the tender grape appear, and the pomegranates bud forth: there will I give thee my loves.<br />13 The mandrakes give a smell, and at our gates are all manner of pleasant fruits, new and old, which I have laid up for thee, O my beloved.<br />8v1 O that thou wert as my brother, that sucked the breasts of my mother! when I should find thee without, I would kiss thee; yea, I should not be despised.<br />2 I would lead thee, and bring thee into my mother's house, who would instruct me: I would cause thee to drink of spiced wine of the juice of my pomegranate.<br />3 His left hand should be under my head, and his right hand should embrace me.<br />4 I charge you, O daughters of Jerusalem, that ye stir not up, nor awake my love, until he please.<br />Song 11 (chapter 8v5-7) – They Speak Of Their Unquenchable Love<br />5 Who is this that cometh up from the wilderness, leaning upon her beloved? I raised thee up under the apple tree: there thy mother brought thee forth: there she brought thee forth that bare thee.<br />6 Set me as a seal upon thine heart, as a seal upon thine arm: for love is strong as death; jealousy is cruel as the grave: the coals thereof are coals of fire, which hath a most vehement flame.<br />7 Many waters cannot quench love, neither can the floods drown it: if a man would give all the substance of his house for love, it would utterly be contemned.<br />Song 12 (chapter 8v8-14) – The Fruit Of The Marriage<br />8 We have a little sister, and she hath no breasts: what shall we do for our sister in the day when she shall be spoken for?<br />9 If she be a wall, we will build upon her a palace of silver: and if she be a door, we will inclose her with boards of cedar.<br />10 I am a wall, and my breasts like towers: then was I in his eyes as one that found favour.<br />11 Solomon had a vineyard at Baal-hamon; he let out the vineyard unto keepers; every one for the fruit thereof was to bring a thousand pieces of silver.<br />12 My vineyard, which is mine, is before me: thou, O Solomon, must have a thousand, and those that keep the fruit thereof two hundred.<br />13 Thou that dwellest in the gardens, the companions hearken to thy voice: cause me to hear it.<br />14 Make haste, my beloved, and be thou like to a roe or to a young hart upon the mountains of spices.<br /><The end><br />