Lexical Summary shorer: Singer, minstrel Original Word: שֹׁרֶר Strong's Exhaustive Concordance navel From sharar in the sense of twisting (compare shor); the umbilical cord, i.e. (by extension) a bodice -- navel. see HEBREW sharar see HEBREW shor NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originthe same as shor, q.v. Topical Lexicon Meaning and Imagery שֹׁרֶר depicts the navel or umbilical cord—the physical center of the body and the lifeline that first nourishes every human being. Scripture uses this hidden, vital point to picture intimacy, sustenance, and the fullness of life bestowed by God. Biblical Setting Song of Solomon 7:2 employs the term in a single, vivid comparison: “Your navel is a rounded bowl; it never lacks blended wine. Your belly is a mound of wheat encircled by lilies.” (Song of Solomon 7:2) In the flow of the Song, the Bridegroom praises the Bride from head to toe, and the mention of the navel falls at the midpoint of his description—underscoring centrality, fertility, and unbroken supply. Literary Significance in the Song of Solomon 1. Abundance: A “rounded bowl” always full of “blended wine” conveys overflowing satisfaction and joy. The marriage relationship is shown as continually refreshed, never depleted. Theological Insights • Source of Life: Just as the umbilical cord sustains a child in the womb, so God sustains His people (Deuteronomy 32:18; Colossians 2:19). Historical and Cultural Background Ancient Near Eastern midwives severed the cord, cleansed the infant, and rubbed the body with salt (Ezekiel 16:4). A navel properly cared for indicated welcome, protection, and familial belonging; neglect signaled abandonment. The Song’s imagery therefore speaks of a bride cherished, honored, and fully provided for—contrasting starkly with orphan-like neglect. Applications for Ministry • Marriage Enrichment: Teach that God-designed intimacy is wholesome, joyful, and mutually edifying. Related Passages and Themes Ezekiel 16:4-14 – the cut or uncut cord as a sign of covenant care or neglect. Proverbs 3:8 – bodily health springing from trusting the Lord. Psalm 36:8 – believers “feast on the abundance of Your house.” John 7:37-38 – rivers of living water flowing from within the believer. The single appearance of שֹׁרֶר thus opens a rich window into Scripture’s portrayal of life, love, and covenant fullness, culminating in the ultimate provision found in Christ. Forms and Transliterations שָׁרְרֵךְ֙ שררך šā·rə·rêḵ šārərêḵ sharereChLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Songs 7:2 HEB: שָׁרְרֵךְ֙ אַגַּ֣ן הַסַּ֔הַר KJV: Thy navel [is like] a round goblet, INT: navel goblet is a round 1 Occurrence |
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