Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Your temples behind your veil are like the halves of a pomegranate. New Living Translation Your cheeks are like rosy pomegranates behind your veil. English Standard Version Your cheeks are like halves of a pomegranate behind your veil. Berean Standard Bible Your brow behind your veil is like a slice of pomegranate. King James Bible As a piece of a pomegranate are thy temples within thy locks. New King James Version Like a piece of pomegranate Are your temples behind your veil. New American Standard Bible “Your temples are like a slice of a pomegranate Behind your veil. NASB 1995 “Your temples are like a slice of a pomegranate Behind your veil. NASB 1977 “Your temples are like a slice of a pomegranate Behind your veil. Legacy Standard Bible Your temples are like a slice of a pomegranate Behind your veil. Amplified Bible “Your temples are like a slice of the pomegranate Behind your veil. Christian Standard Bible Behind your veil, your brow is like a slice of pomegranate. Holman Christian Standard Bible Behind your veil, your brow is like a slice of pomegranate. American Standard Version Thy temples are like a piece of a pomegranate Behind thy veil. Contemporary English Version Behind your veil are hidden beautiful rosy cheeks. English Revised Version Thy temples are like a piece of a pomegranate behind thy veil. GOD'S WORD® Translation Your temples behind your veil are like slices of pomegranate. Good News Translation Your cheeks glow behind your veil. International Standard Version Your temple behind your veil is like a slice of pomegranate. NET Bible Like a slice of pomegranate is your forehead behind your veil. New Heart English Bible Your temples are like a piece of a pomegranate behind your veil. Webster's Bible Translation As a piece of pomegranate are thy temples within thy locks. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleYour brow behind your veil is like a slice of pomegranate. World English Bible Your temples are like a piece of a pomegranate behind your veil. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAs the work of the pomegranate [is] your temple behind your veil. Young's Literal Translation As the work of the pomegranate is thy temple behind thy veil. Smith's Literal Translation As a piece of pomegranate thy temples from behind thy veil. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleThy cheeks are as the bark of a pomegranate, beside what is hidden within thee. Catholic Public Domain Version Like the skin of a pomegranate, so are your cheeks, except for your hiddenness. New American Bible Like pomegranate halves, your cheeks behind your veil. New Revised Standard Version Your cheeks are like halves of a pomegranate behind your veil. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleYour cheeks, behind your veil, are like two pieces of pomegranate. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated Your neck out of your silence is like blossoms of pomegranate OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Thy temples are like a pomegranate split open Behind thy veil. Brenton Septuagint Translation Thy cheek is like the rind of a pomegranate, being seen without thy veil. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Together in the Garden…6Your teeth are like a flock of sheep coming up from the washing; each has its twin, and not one of them is lost. 7Your brow behind your veil is like a slice of pomegranate. 8There are sixty queens and eighty concubines, and maidens without number,… Cross References Genesis 29:17 Leah had weak eyes, but Rachel was shapely and beautiful. Proverbs 31:30 Charm is deceptive and beauty is fleeting, but a woman who fears the LORD is to be praised. Isaiah 33:17 Your eyes will see the King in His beauty and behold a land that stretches afar. Psalm 45:11 and the king will desire your beauty; bow to him, for he is your lord. 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. 1 Samuel 16:12 So Jesse sent for his youngest son and brought him in. He was ruddy, with beautiful eyes and a handsome appearance. And the LORD said, “Rise and anoint him, for he is the one.” Ezekiel 16:14 Your fame spread among the nations on account of your beauty, for it was perfect in the splendor I bestowed on you, declares the Lord GOD. 1 Corinthians 11:15 but that if a woman has long hair, it is her glory? For long hair is given to her as a covering. Isaiah 62:3 You will be a crown of glory in the hand of the LORD, a royal diadem in the palm of your God. 1 Timothy 2:9-10 Likewise, I want the women to adorn themselves with respectable apparel, with modesty, and with self-control, not with braided hair or gold or pearls or expensive clothes, / but with good deeds, as is proper for women who profess to worship God. Esther 2:7 And Mordecai had brought up Hadassah (that is, Esther), the daughter of his uncle, because she did not have a father or mother. The young woman was lovely in form and appearance, and when her father and mother had died, Mordecai had taken her as his own daughter. Proverbs 11:22 Like a gold ring in a pig’s snout is a beautiful woman who lacks discretion. Matthew 5:8 Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God. 1 Peter 1:24 For, “All flesh is like grass, and all its glory like the flowers of the field; the grass withers and the flowers fall, 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. Treasury of Scripture As a piece of a pomegranate are your temples within your locks. Song of Solomon 4:2 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. Matthew 21:19 And when he saw a fig tree in the way, he came to it, and found nothing thereon, but leaves only, and said unto it, Let no fruit grow on thee henceforward for ever. And presently the fig tree withered away. Matthew 25:30 And cast ye the unprofitable servant into outer darkness: there shall be weeping and gnashing of teeth. Jump to Previous Cheeks Fruit Halves Head Locks Open Piece Pomegranate Sides Slice Split Temple Temples Veil Within WorkJump to Next Cheeks Fruit Halves Head Locks Open Piece Pomegranate Sides Slice Split Temple Temples Veil Within WorkSong of Solomon 6 1. the church professes her faith in Christ4. Christ shows the graces of the church 10. and his love toward her Your brow behind your veil In the context of ancient Near Eastern culture, the veil was a common accessory for women, symbolizing modesty and sometimes marital status. The mention of the veil here suggests an intimate setting, possibly a wedding or a private moment between the lovers. The brow, or forehead, is often associated with thoughts and intentions, indicating purity and sincerity. In biblical symbolism, the forehead can represent identity and character, as seen in Revelation 22:4, where God's name is written on the foreheads of His servants. The veil also signifies mystery and allure, drawing a parallel to the Church's relationship with Christ, where there is both revelation and mystery (Ephesians 5:32). is like a slice of pomegranate Persons / Places / Events 1. The BelovedThe speaker in this verse is the bridegroom, often interpreted as Solomon, who is expressing admiration for his bride. In a broader spiritual sense, this can be seen as a representation of Christ's love for the Church. 2. The Bride The bride is the recipient of the bridegroom's praise. She symbolizes the Church or the individual believer in a spiritual allegory. 3. Pomegranate A fruit often associated with beauty, fertility, and abundance in biblical literature. It is used here as a metaphor for the bride's beauty and perhaps her inner qualities. 4. Veil A piece of clothing that covers the face, symbolizing modesty, mystery, and the hidden beauty of the bride. 5. Solomon's Song This is a poetic book in the Bible, also known as the Song of Songs, attributed to King Solomon. It is a celebration of love and is often interpreted allegorically as the love between God and His people. Teaching Points The Beauty of HolinessThe comparison to a pomegranate suggests that true beauty is found in purity and holiness. Believers are called to cultivate inner beauty that reflects God's character. The Value of Modesty The veil signifies modesty and the value of inner beauty over outward appearance. Christians are encouraged to focus on the heart and character rather than external adornment. Christ's Love for the Church Just as the bridegroom admires the bride, Christ cherishes the Church. This love is sacrificial, unconditional, and eternal, serving as a model for marital relationships. The Mystery of Intimacy The veil also represents the mystery and depth of intimacy in relationships. In our walk with God, there is always more to discover and understand about His love and grace. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Song of Solomon 6:7?2. How does Song of Solomon 6:7 reflect God's view of inner beauty? 3. What cultural significance do "temples behind your veil" hold in biblical times? 4. How can Song of Solomon 6:7 enhance our understanding of marital love? 5. What other scriptures emphasize the importance of inner beauty over outward appearance? 6. How can we apply the principles of Song of Solomon 6:7 today? 7. How does Song of Solomon 6:7 reflect the cultural beauty standards of ancient Israel? 8. What is the theological significance of comparing cheeks to pomegranate halves in Song of Solomon 6:7? 9. How does Song of Solomon 6:7 fit into the overall theme of love in the book? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Song of Solomon 6? 11. Song of Solomon 7 (entire) - Why is a passionate love poem with no explicit reference to God included in scripture, and does it clash with broader biblical themes of divine focus? 12. (Song of Solomon 6:8) How can sixty queens and eighty concubines align with Solomon's reputed 700 wives and 300 concubines (1 Kings 11:3)? 13. How can the description of the bride's flawless perfection in Song of Solomon 4:7 align with human reality, given our understanding of human imperfection? 14. How do we reconcile the poetic exaggerations in Song of Solomon 4:1-3 with any literal or historical interpretations of the text? What Does Song of Solomon 6:7 Mean Your browThe word “brow” turns our attention to the bride’s forehead or cheeks—features that frame her eyes and convey emotion. • In Scripture the face often symbolizes one’s character or inner life (Psalm 34:5; 2 Corinthians 3:18). • The groom sees more than outward appearance; he celebrates the woman’s whole person, honoring the dignity God gives (Genesis 1:27). • The focus on her brow speaks of calm confidence—mirroring the “virtuous woman” whose “strength and dignity are her clothing” (Proverbs 31:25). behind your veil The veil hints at modesty, mystery, and covenant intimacy. • Modesty protects what is precious, reserving full revelation for covenant love (Genesis 2:25; Hebrews 13:4). • The veil also evokes the temple veil that guarded the Holy of Holies (Exodus 26:33). As the bride lifts her veil only for her husband, so God invites His people into deeper communion through Christ, who tore the greater veil (Matthew 27:51; Hebrews 10:19-22). • This line affirms that true beauty flourishes within God-given boundaries, not in exhibitionism but in faithful relationship (1 Peter 3:3-4). is like a slice of pomegranate The groom chooses a vivid, sensual image. • Pomegranates are colorful, fragrant, sweet, and filled with multiplied seeds—symbols of life, fruitfulness, and covenant blessing (Numbers 13:23; Deuteronomy 8:8). • Their deep red hue hints at vitality and even sacrificial love, echoing the blood that sealed ancient covenants (Exodus 24:8) and anticipates the redemptive love of Christ (Ephesians 5:25). • On the high-priestly robe pomegranates alternated with golden bells (Exodus 28:33-34), so the metaphor links the bride to purity and consecration. • The groom sees her features as fresh and nourishing; his praise creates security, reflecting how God calls His people “a crown of beauty in the hand of the LORD” (Isaiah 62:3). summary Song of Solomon 6:7 paints a tender portrait of marital love that is both literal and richly symbolic. The groom delights in the bride’s character (“brow”), respects her modesty (“behind your veil”), and celebrates her vibrant, covenant beauty (“like a slice of pomegranate”). In doing so, he models the affirming love God intends for marriage and foreshadows the life-giving, covenantal love Christ lavishes on His redeemed people (2 Corinthians 11:2; Revelation 19:7-8). Hebrew Your browרַקָּתֵ֔ךְ (raq·qā·ṯêḵ) Noun - feminine singular construct | second person feminine singular Strong's 7541: Thinness, the side of the head behind מִבַּ֖עַד (mib·ba·‘aḏ) Preposition-m Strong's 1157: In up to, over against, at, beside, among, behind, for your veil לְצַמָּתֵֽךְ׃ (lə·ṣam·mā·ṯêḵ) Preposition-l | Noun - feminine singular construct | second person feminine singular Strong's 6777: (woman's) veil is like a slice כְּפֶ֤לַח (kə·p̄e·laḥ) Preposition-k | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 6400: Cleavage, a millstone of pomegranate. הָרִמּוֹן֙ (hā·rim·mō·wn) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 7416: A pomegranate, the tree, the fruit Links Song of Solomon 6:7 NIVSong of Solomon 6:7 NLT Song of Solomon 6:7 ESV Song of Solomon 6:7 NASB Song of Solomon 6:7 KJV Song of Solomon 6:7 BibleApps.com Song of Solomon 6:7 Biblia Paralela Song of Solomon 6:7 Chinese Bible Song of Solomon 6:7 French Bible Song of Solomon 6:7 Catholic Bible OT Poetry: Song of Solomon 6:7 Your temples are like a piece (Song Songs SS So Can) |
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