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SONG OF SOLOMON 1:11 — KING JAMES VERSION 0 0
Song 1:10Song 1:12
We will make thee borders of gold with studs of silver.
The lover promises to make the beloved ornaments of gold with silver studs, reversing the dynamic of the previous verse by suggesting that the lover himself will provide adornment for the beloved. This declaration of the lover's intention to beautify the beloved through precious gifts suggests both his wealth and his desire to honor her, using material generosity as an expression of erotic regard. The promise of gold and silver ornaments evokes the gifts of the Magi or royal tributes, suggesting that the beloved merits the finest treasures. This verse establishes a reciprocal economy of beauty and gift-giving within the love relationship, wherein both parties actively create conditions for the other's flourishing and visible enhancement.
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Song of Solomon 1:11 — Community Reflections | HolyStudy