Song Of Solomon 1:16 cpdv — Groom to Bride: The timbers of our houses are of cedar; our ceilings are of cypress.

Catholic Public Domain Version

"Groom to Bride: The timbers of our houses are of cedar; our ceilings are of cypress. "

— Song Of Solomon 1:16, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Song Of Solomon 1 — Context

13

My beloved is a cluster of Cyprus grapes to me, in the vineyards of Engaddi.

14

Groom to Bride: Behold, you are beautiful, O my love. Behold, you are beautiful. Your eyes are those of a dove.

15

Bride to Groom: Behold, you are handsome, O my beloved, and graceful. Our bed is flourishing.

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Groom to Bride: The timbers of our houses are of cedar; our ceilings are of cypress.

Song Of Solomon 1:16 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Song Of Solomon 1:16 say?
Song Of Solomon 1:16 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “Groom to Bride: The timbers of our houses are of cedar; our ceilings are of cypress. ”
Where is Song Of Solomon 1:16 in the Bible?
Song Of Solomon 1:16 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Song Of Solomon, chapter 1, verse 16.
Who wrote Song Of Solomon?
Song Of Solomon is traditionally attributed to Solomon (traditional). It was written c. 965 BC.
What is the book of Song Of Solomon about?
The Song of Solomon is a love poem between a bridegroom and his bride — a celebration of marital love as something pure, joyful, and given by God. Christian tradition has long read it also as an allegory of Christ's love for his church.
What are the major themes of Song Of Solomon?
Song Of Solomon explores themes including Love, Marriage, Beauty, Desire, Covenant. These themes shape the meaning and context of Song Of Solomon 1:16.
What translation should I read Song Of Solomon 1:16 in?
Song Of Solomon 1:16 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Song Of Solomon 1:16?
Song Of Solomon 1:16 reads (CPDV): “Groom to Bride: The timbers of our houses are of cedar; our ceilings are of cypress. ” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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