Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version His left arm is under my head and his right arm embraces me. New Living Translation Your left arm would be under my head, and your right arm would embrace me. English Standard Version His left hand is under my head, and his right hand embraces me! Berean Standard Bible His left hand is under my head, and his right arm embraces me. King James Bible His left hand should be under my head, and his right hand should embrace me. New King James Version His left hand is under my head, And his right hand embraces me. New American Standard Bible “Let his left hand be under my head, And his right hand embrace me.” NASB 1995 “Let his left hand be under my head And his right hand embrace me.” NASB 1977 “Let his left hand be under my head, And his right hand embrace me.” Legacy Standard Bible Let his left hand be under my head And his right hand embrace me.” Amplified Bible “Let his left hand be under my head And his right hand embrace me.” Christian Standard Bible May his left hand be under my head, and his right arm embrace me. Holman Christian Standard Bible His left hand is under my head, and his right arm embraces me. American Standard Version His left hand should be under my head, And his right hand should embrace me. Contemporary English Version Put your left hand under my head and embrace me with your right arm. English Revised Version His left hand should be under my head, and his right hand should embrace me. GOD'S WORD® Translation His left hand is under my head. His right hand caresses me. Good News Translation Your left hand is under my head, and your right hand caresses me. International Standard Version Let his left hand be under my head, and let his right hand embrace me. Majority Standard Bible His left hand is under my head, and his right arm embraces me. NET Bible His left hand caresses my head, and his right hand stimulates me. New Heart English Bible His left hand would be under my head. His right hand would embrace me. Webster's Bible Translation His left hand should be under my head, and his right hand should embrace me. World English Bible His left hand would be under my head. His right hand would embrace me. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionHis left hand [is] under my head, "" And his right embraces me. Young's Literal Translation His left hand is under my head, And his right doth embrace me. Smith's Literal Translation His left hand under my head, and his right shall embrace me. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleHis left hand under my head, and his right hand shall embrace me. Catholic Public Domain Version His left hand is under my head, and his right hand shall embrace me. New American Bible His left hand is under my head, and his right arm embraces me. New Revised Standard Version O that his left hand were under my head, and that his right hand embraced me! Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleHis left arm is under my head, and his right hand embraces me. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated His left hand is under my head and his right hand will embrace me OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917His left hand should be under my head, And his right hand should embrace me. Brenton Septuagint Translation His left hand should be under my head, and his right hand should embrace me. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Longing for Her Beloved…2I would lead you and bring you to the house of my mother who taught me. I would give you spiced wine to drink, the nectar of my pomegranates. 3His left hand is under my head, and his right arm embraces me. 4O daughters of Jerusalem, I adjure you: Do not arouse or awaken love until the time is right.… Cross References Song of Solomon 2:6 His left hand is under my head, and his right arm embraces me. Proverbs 5:18-19 May your fountain be blessed, and may you rejoice in the wife of your youth: / A loving doe, a graceful fawn—may her breasts satisfy you always; may you be captivated by her love forever. Genesis 29:20 So Jacob served seven years for Rachel, yet it seemed but a few days because of his love for her. Genesis 2:24 For this reason a man will leave his father and mother and be united to his wife, and they will become one flesh. Ephesians 5:28-29 In the same way, husbands ought to love their wives as their own bodies. He who loves his wife loves himself. / Indeed, no one ever hated his own body, but he nourishes and cherishes it, just as Christ does the church. Ephesians 5:31-32 “For this reason a man will leave his father and mother and be united to his wife, and the two will become one flesh.” / This mystery is profound, but I am speaking about Christ and the church. Ruth 3:9 “Who are you?” he asked. “I am your servant Ruth,” she replied. “Spread the corner of your garment over me, for you are a kinsman-redeemer.” 1 Corinthians 7:3-4 The husband should fulfill his marital duty to his wife, and likewise the wife to her husband. / The wife does not have authority over her own body, but the husband. Likewise the husband does not have authority over his own body, but the wife. Colossians 3:19 Husbands, love your wives and do not be harsh with them. Isaiah 62:5 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. 1 Peter 3:7 Husbands, in the same way, treat your wives with consideration as a delicate vessel, and with honor as fellow heirs of the gracious gift of life, so that your prayers will not be hindered. Genesis 24:67 And Isaac brought her into the tent of his mother Sarah and took Rebekah as his wife. And Isaac loved her and was comforted after his mother’s death. Ecclesiastes 9:9 Enjoy life with your beloved wife all the days of the fleeting life that God has given you under the sun—all your fleeting days. For this is your portion in life and in your labor under the sun. Matthew 19:5-6 and said, ‘For this reason a man will leave his father and mother and be united to his wife, and the two will become one flesh’? / So they are no longer two, but one flesh. Therefore what God has joined together, let man not separate.” 1 Corinthians 13:4-7 Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. / It is not rude, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no account of wrongs. / Love takes no pleasure in evil, but rejoices in the truth. ... Treasury of Scripture His left hand should be under my head, and his right hand should embrace me. Song of Solomon 2:6 His left hand is under my head, and his right hand doth embrace me. Deuteronomy 33:27 The eternal God is thy refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms: and he shall thrust out the enemy from before thee; and shall say, Destroy them. Isaiah 62:4,5 Thou shalt no more be termed Forsaken; neither shall thy land any more be termed Desolate: but thou shalt be called Hephzibah, and thy land Beulah: for the LORD delighteth in thee, and thy land shall be married… Jump to Previous Arm Embrace Embraced Embraces Hand Head RightJump to Next Arm Embrace Embraced Embraces Hand Head RightSong of Solomon 8 1. The love of the church to Christ6. The vehemence of love 8. The calling of the Gentiles 14. the church prays for Christ's coming His left hand is under my head This phrase suggests a posture of support and protection. In the context of the Song of Solomon, which is a poetic dialogue celebrating love, this imagery conveys intimacy and care. The left hand under the head symbolizes a foundation or support, indicating the beloved's trust and reliance on her lover. In biblical times, such gestures were common expressions of affection and security within a relationship. This can be seen as a metaphor for God's protective nature over His people, as seen in passages like Psalm 91:4, where God is described as a refuge and fortress. and his right arm embraces me Persons / Places / Events 1. The BelovedThe speaker in this verse, often interpreted as the Shulammite woman, who is expressing her deep love and affection for her beloved. 2. The Lover The male figure in the Song of Solomon, traditionally understood to be King Solomon, representing the beloved of the Shulammite woman. 3. The Embrace A symbol of intimacy and protection, reflecting the deep emotional and physical connection between the lovers. Teaching Points The Beauty of Marital IntimacyThis verse highlights the beauty and sanctity of physical and emotional intimacy within marriage, encouraging couples to cherish and nurture their bond. Symbol of Divine Love The embrace can be seen as a metaphor for God's protective and loving relationship with His people, reminding believers of His constant presence and care. Emotional Security The imagery of being held and embraced speaks to the importance of providing emotional security and support in relationships, reflecting God's desire for us to feel secure in His love. Commitment and Devotion The mutual embrace signifies a commitment to one another, encouraging believers to remain devoted and faithful in their relationships, mirroring Christ's commitment to the Church. Expression of Love This verse encourages open and affectionate expressions of love, which are vital for maintaining a healthy and thriving relationship. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew His left handשְׂמֹאלוֹ֙ (śə·mō·lōw) Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 8040: Dark, the north, the left hand is under תַּ֣חַת (ta·ḥaṯ) Preposition Strong's 8478: The bottom, below, in lieu of my head, רֹאשִׁ֔י (rō·šî) Noun - masculine singular construct | first person common singular Strong's 7218: The head and his right arm וִֽימִינ֖וֹ (wî·mî·nōw) Conjunctive waw | Noun - feminine singular construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 3225: The right hand, side, the south embraces me. תְּחַבְּקֵֽנִי׃ (tə·ḥab·bə·qê·nî) Verb - Piel - Imperfect - third person feminine singular | first person common singular Strong's 2263: To clasp, embrace Links Song of Solomon 8:3 NIVSong of Solomon 8:3 NLT Song of Solomon 8:3 ESV Song of Solomon 8:3 NASB Song of Solomon 8:3 KJV Song of Solomon 8:3 BibleApps.com Song of Solomon 8:3 Biblia Paralela Song of Solomon 8:3 Chinese Bible Song of Solomon 8:3 French Bible Song of Solomon 8:3 Catholic Bible OT Poetry: Song of Solomon 8:3 His left hand would be under my (Song Songs SS So Can) |