Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Like a lily among thorns is my darling among the young women. New Living Translation Like a lily among thistles is my darling among young women. Young Woman English Standard Version As a lily among brambles, so is my love among the young women. Berean Standard Bible Like a lily among the thorns is my darling among the maidens. King James Bible As the lily among thorns, so is my love among the daughters. New King James Version Like a lily among thorns, So is my love among the daughters. New American Standard Bible “Like a lily among the thorns, So is my darling among the young women.” NASB 1995 “Like a lily among the thorns, So is my darling among the maidens.” NASB 1977 “Like a lily among the thorns, So is my darling among the maidens.” Legacy Standard Bible “Like a lily among the thorns, So is my darling among the daughters.” Amplified Bible “Like the lily among the thorns, So are you, my darling, among the maidens.” Christian Standard Bible Like a lily among thorns, so is my darling among the young women. Woman Holman Christian Standard Bible Like a lily among thorns, so is my darling among the young women. W American Standard Version As a lily among thorns, So is my love among the daughters. Contemporary English Version My darling, when compared with other young women, you are a lily among thorns. English Revised Version As a lily among thorns, so is my love among the daughters. GOD'S WORD® Translation Like a lily among thorns, so is my true love among the young women. Good News Translation Like a lily among thorns is my darling among women. International Standard Version Like a lily among thorns, so is my darling among the young women. Majority Standard Bible Like a lily among the thorns is my darling among the maidens. NET Bible Like a lily among the thorns, so is my darling among the maidens. New Heart English Bible As a lily among thorns, so is my love among the daughters. Webster's Bible Translation As the lily among thorns, so is my love among the daughters. World English Bible As a lily among thorns, so is my love among the daughters. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionSo [is] my friend among the daughters! Young's Literal Translation So is my friend among the daughters! Smith's Literal Translation As the lily between thorns, so is my friend between the daughters. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAs the lily among thorns, so is my love among the daughters. Catholic Public Domain Version Groom: Like a lily among the thorns, so is my loved one among the daughters. New American Bible Like a lily among thorns, so is my friend among women. New Revised Standard Version As a lily among brambles, so is my love among maidens. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleLike the lilies among thorns, so is my beloved among the daughters. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated Like lilies among thorns, so is my intimate woman among the daughters OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917As a lily among thorns, So is my love among the daughters. Brenton Septuagint Translation As a lily among thorns, so is my companion among the daughters. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Bride's Admiration1I am a rose of Sharon, a lily of the valley. 2Like a lily among the thorns is my darling among the maidens. 3Like an apple tree among the trees of the forest is my beloved among the young men. I delight to sit in his shade, and his fruit is sweet to my taste.… Cross References Psalm 45:13 All glorious is the princess in her chamber; her gown is embroidered with gold. Proverbs 31:29 “Many daughters have done noble things, but you surpass them all!” Isaiah 61:10 I will rejoice greatly in the LORD, my soul will exult in my God; for He has clothed me with garments of salvation and wrapped me in a robe of righteousness, as a bridegroom wears a priestly headdress, as a bride adorns herself with her jewels. Hosea 14:5-7 I will be like the dew to Israel; he will blossom like the lily and take root like the cedars of Lebanon. / His shoots will sprout, and his splendor will be like the olive tree, his fragrance like the cedars of Lebanon. / They will return and dwell in his shade; they will grow grain and blossom like the vine. His renown will be like the wine of Lebanon. Matthew 5:14-16 You are the light of the world. A city on a hill cannot be hidden. / Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a basket. Instead, they set it on a stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. / In the same way, let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven. Ephesians 5:25-27 Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ loved the church and gave Himself up for her / to sanctify her, cleansing her by the washing with water through the word, / and to present her to Himself as a glorious church, without stain or wrinkle or any such blemish, but holy and blameless. 1 Peter 3:3-4 Your beauty should not come from outward adornment, such as braided hair or gold jewelry or fine clothes, / but from the inner disposition of your heart, the unfading beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is precious in God’s sight. Revelation 19:7-8 Let us rejoice and be glad and give Him the glory. For the marriage of the Lamb has come, and His bride has made herself ready. / She was given clothing of fine linen, bright and pure.” For the fine linen she wears is the righteous acts of the saints. 2 Corinthians 11:2 I am jealous for you with a godly jealousy. For I promised you to one husband, to present you as a pure virgin to Christ. John 15:19 If you were of the world, it would love you as its own. Instead, the world hates you, because you are not of the world, but I have chosen you out of the world. Colossians 3:12 Therefore, as the elect of God, holy and beloved, clothe yourselves with hearts of compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience. Philippians 2:15 so that you may be blameless and pure, children of God without fault in a crooked and perverse generation, in which you shine as lights in the world Isaiah 62:3-5 You will be a crown of glory in the hand of the LORD, a royal diadem in the palm of your God. / No longer will you be called Forsaken, nor your land named Desolate; but you will be called Hephzibah, and your land Beulah; for the LORD will take delight in you, and your land will be His bride. / For as a young man marries a young woman, so your sons will marry you; and as a bridegroom rejoices over his bride, so your God will rejoice over you. Jeremiah 31:3 The LORD appeared to us in the past, saying: “I have loved you with an everlasting love; therefore I have drawn you with loving devotion. Zephaniah 3:17 The LORD your God is among you; He is mighty to save. He will rejoice over you with gladness; He will quiet you with His love; He will rejoice over you with singing.” Treasury of Scripture As the lily among thorns, so is my love among the daughters. Isaiah 55:13 Instead of the thorn shall come up the fir tree, and instead of the brier shall come up the myrtle tree: and it shall be to the LORD for a name, for an everlasting sign that shall not be cut off. Matthew 6:28,29 And why take ye thought for raiment? Consider the lilies of the field, how they grow; they toil not, neither do they spin: … Matthew 10:16 Behold, I send you forth as sheep in the midst of wolves: be ye therefore wise as serpents, and harmless as doves. Jump to Previous Beloved Brambles Darling Daughters Friend Lily Maidens Thorns WasteJump to Next Beloved Brambles Darling Daughters Friend Lily Maidens Thorns WasteSong of Solomon 2 1. the mutual love of Christ and his church8. The hope 10. and calling of the church 14. Christ's care of the church 16. The profession of the church, her faith, and hope Like a lily among the thorns This phrase uses vivid imagery to contrast beauty and purity with harshness and danger. The lily is often associated with purity and beauty in biblical literature, symbolizing the beloved's unique and virtuous nature. In the context of the Song of Solomon, the lily represents the bride, who stands out in her purity and grace amidst a world that can be harsh and sinful, represented by the thorns. Thorns are often symbolic of sin and the fallen state of the world, as seen in Genesis 3:18, where thorns and thistles are part of the curse after the Fall. This imagery can also be seen as a type of Christ, who is often referred to as the "Lily of the Valleys" (Song of Solomon 2:1), highlighting His purity and beauty in a sinful world. is my darling among the maidens Persons / Places / Events 1. The BelovedThe speaker in this verse, often interpreted as Solomon or a representation of Christ, who expresses admiration and love for the Shulammite woman. 2. The Shulammite Woman The "darling" referred to in the verse, symbolizing purity and beauty amidst a harsh environment. 3. The Maidens Other women or potential brides, representing the world or those who do not share the same unique qualities as the beloved. 4. Lily A symbol of purity, beauty, and uniqueness, often used in biblical literature to denote something precious and set apart. 5. Thorns Represent challenges, sin, or the harshness of the world, contrasting with the purity and beauty of the lily. Teaching Points Purity in a Corrupt WorldJust as the lily stands out among thorns, Christians are called to live pure and holy lives amidst a world that often opposes God's ways. Unique Value The beloved's uniqueness is celebrated, reminding us of our individual worth and the special love God has for each of us. Endurance Through Trials The imagery of a lily among thorns suggests resilience and the ability to thrive despite adversity, encouraging believers to remain steadfast in faith. Divine Perspective God sees His people as precious and beautiful, even when surrounded by sin and challenges, offering a perspective of hope and encouragement. Christ's Love for the Church This verse can be seen as a reflection of Christ's love for His church, highlighting the intimate and cherished relationship between Christ and believers.(2) Among the daughters--i.e., among other maidens.Verse 2. - As a lily among thorns, so is my love among the daughters. The king responds, taking up the lovely simile and giving it a very apt and charming turn, "My love is beyond comparison the chief and all around her are not worthy of notice beside her." The meaning is not thorns on the tree itself. The word would be different in that case. Rather it is thorn plants or bushes (choach); see 2 Kings 14:9. The daughters; i.e. the young damsels. The word "son" or "daughter" was commonly so used in Hebrew, the idea being that of simplicity, innocence, and gentleness. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Like a lilyכְּשֽׁוֹשַׁנָּה֙ (kə·šō·wō·šan·nāh) Preposition-k | Noun - common singular Strong's 7799: A lily, as a, flower of architectural ornament, a, trumpet among בֵּ֣ין (bên) Preposition Strong's 996: An interval, space between the thorns הַחוֹחִ֔ים (ha·ḥō·w·ḥîm) Article | Noun - masculine plural Strong's 2336: Briar, bramble, hook, ring, fetter is my darling רַעְיָתִ֖י (ra‘·yā·ṯî) Noun - feminine singular construct | first person common singular Strong's 7474: A female associate among בֵּ֥ין (bên) Preposition Strong's 996: An interval, space between the maidens. הַבָּנֽוֹת׃ (hab·bā·nō·wṯ) Article | Noun - feminine plural Strong's 1323: A daughter Links Song of Solomon 2:2 NIVSong of Solomon 2:2 NLT Song of Solomon 2:2 ESV Song of Solomon 2:2 NASB Song of Solomon 2:2 KJV Song of Solomon 2:2 BibleApps.com Song of Solomon 2:2 Biblia Paralela Song of Solomon 2:2 Chinese Bible Song of Solomon 2:2 French Bible Song of Solomon 2:2 Catholic Bible OT Poetry: Song of Solomon 2:2 As a lily among thorns so (Song Songs SS So Can) |