New International Version His left arm is under my head, and his right arm embraces me. New Living Translation His left arm is under my head, and his right arm embraces 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. Berean Literal Bible His left hand is under my head, and his right hand embraces me. King James Bible His left hand is under my head, and his right hand doth embrace me. New King James Version His left hand is under my head, And his right hand embraces me. New American Standard Bible “His left hand is under my head, And his right hand embraces 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.” Berean Annotated Bible His left hand is under my head, and his right arm embraces 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 is under my head, And his right hand doth 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 is under my head, and his right hand doth embrace me. GOD'S WORD® Translation His left hand is under my head. His right hand caresses me. Good News Translation His left hand is under my head, and his right hand caresses me. International Standard Version I wish that his left hand were under my head, and that his right hand were embracing me! NET Bible His left hand caresses my head, and his right hand stimulates me. New Heart English Bible His left hand is under my head. His right hand embraces me. Webster's Bible Translation His left hand is under my head, and his right hand doth embrace me. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleHis left hand is under my head, and his right arm embraces me. World English Bible His left hand is under my head. His right hand embraces me. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionHis left hand [is] under my head, "" And his right embraces me. Berean Literal Bible His left hand is under my head, and his right hand 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 is under my head, and his right shall embrace me. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleHis left hand is 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 hand is under my head, and his right hand embraces me. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated His left hand is under my head and his right will embrace me OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Let his left hand be under my head, And his right hand embrace me. Brenton Septuagint Translation His left hand shall be under my head, and his right hand shall embrace me. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible (Voice ▾ Musical ▾) Context The Bride's Admiration…5Sustain me with raisins; refresh me with apples, for I am faint with love. 6His left hand is under my head, and his right arm embraces me. 7O daughters of Jerusalem, I adjure you by the gazelles and does of the field: Do not arouse or awaken love until the time is right.… Cross References His left hand is under my head, Psalm 3:3 But You, O LORD, are a shield around me, my glory, and the One who lifts my head. Deuteronomy 33:27 The eternal God is your dwelling place, and underneath are the everlasting arms. He drives out the enemy before you, giving the command, ‘Destroy him!’ Psalm 18:35 You have given me Your shield of salvation; Your right hand upholds me, and Your gentleness exalts me. and his right arm embraces me. Songs 8:3 His left hand is under my head, and his right arm embraces me. Genesis 33:4 Esau, however, ran to him and embraced him, threw his arms around his neck, and kissed him. And they both wept. Isaiah 40:11 He tends His flock like a shepherd; He gathers the lambs in His arms and carries them close to His heart. He gently leads the nursing ewes. Song of Solomon 8:3 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. 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.” 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. Psalm 45:10-11 Listen, O daughter! Consider and incline your ear: Forget your people and your father’s house, / and the king will desire your beauty; bow to him, for he is your lord. 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. Colossians 3:19 Husbands, love your wives and do not be harsh with them. 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. 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. Treasury of Scripture His left hand is under my head, and his right hand does embrace me. Song of Solomon 8:3-5 His left hand should be under my head, and his right hand should embrace me… Isaiah 54:5-10 For thy Maker is thine husband; the LORD of hosts is his name; and thy Redeemer the Holy One of Israel; The God of the whole earth shall he be called… 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 Right RoundJump to Next Arm Embrace Embraced Embraces Hand Head Right RoundSong 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 His left hand is under my head, The bride describes the tenderness and security she finds in her beloved’s presence. His support is intimate and personal, portraying the rest and confidence of their mutual love. Psa 3:3 But You, O LORD, are a shield around me,… and his right arm embraces me. His embrace adds the picture of strength joined with affection. The scene reflects the safety, devotion, and exclusive bond of marriage, and it also points to Christ’s faithful care for His bride, the Church. Sng 8:3 His left hand is under my head, and his right arm…… Persons / Places / Events 1. The BelovedThe speaker in this verse, often interpreted as the Shulammite woman, who is expressing her deep affection and intimate connection with her lover. 2. The Lover The male figure in the Song of Solomon, traditionally understood to be King Solomon, representing the beloved's partner and the object of her affection. 3. The Setting The Song of Solomon is a poetic book that explores themes of love and desire, often set in pastoral and intimate settings that symbolize the beauty and purity of romantic love. Teaching Points The Beauty of Marital IntimacySong of Solomon 2:6 celebrates the physical and emotional closeness between a husband and wife, affirming the goodness of marital intimacy as designed by God. Symbol of Divine Love The embrace described can also be seen as a metaphor for God's loving embrace of His people, offering comfort and security. The Importance of Mutual Affection The verse highlights the importance of mutual affection and respect in relationships, encouraging couples to nurture their bond with tenderness and care. Emotional and Physical Support The imagery of the left hand under the head and the right arm embracing suggests a balance of emotional and physical support, essential for a healthy relationship. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Song of Solomon 2:6?2. How does Song of Solomon 2:6 illustrate God's design for marital intimacy? 3. What does "his left hand" and "his right arm" symbolize in this verse? 4. How can Song of Solomon 2:6 deepen our understanding of Christ's love for us? 5. How should Song of Solomon 2:6 influence our view of physical affection in marriage? 6. In what ways can Song of Solomon 2:6 encourage us to cherish our spouse? 7. What is the significance of "His left hand is under my head" in Song of Solomon 2:6? 8. How does Song of Solomon 2:6 reflect God's love for His people? 9. Why is the imagery of embrace used in Song of Solomon 2:6? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Song of Solomon 2? Verse 6. - His left hand is under my head, and his right hand doth embrace me. We may render the verb either as indicative or imperative. The hand gently smooths with loving caresses. The historical sense is more in accordance with the context, as the next verse is an appeal to the attendant ladies. Behold my happiness, how my Beloved comforts me! Song of Solomon 2:6 paints a literal scene of marital closeness: the bride reclines with total confidence as her husband both supports and surrounds her. The picture celebrates covenant love that is gentle, protective, and strong—a love God Himself demonstrates toward His people and calls husbands to reflect in their marriages. 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, לְרֹאשִׁ֔י (lə·rō·šî) Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular construct | first person common singular Strong's 7218: The head and his right arm וִימִינ֖וֹ (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 Additonal Resources Song of Solomon 2:6 Blue Letter BibleSong of Solomon 2:6 Bible Gateway Song of Solomon 2:6 Bible.com Song of Solomon 2:6 NIV |
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