Song of Solomon 1:9-14

The Voice

⁹    You remind me, my dear,
        of an honored mare among Pharaoh’s stallion-driven chariots;
¹⁰    The strings of jewels against your cheeks frame your elegance,
        as also the tender curve of your neck with precious gems.

¹¹Young Women of Jerusalem (to her): We will make for you golden jewelry to lay against your skin,
golden jewelry studded with silver to frame your elegance.

¹²Her: When the king was relaxing at his table,
        the seductive fragrance of my perfume filled the air.
¹³    My love is close to my heart,
        like a sachet of myrrh tucked between my breasts.
¹⁴    My love is like a fragrant bouquet of henna blossoms
        from the vineyards of Engedi.