Song Of Solomon 1:5 akjv — I am black, but comely, O you daughters of Jerusalem, as the tents of Kedar, as the curtains of Solomon.

American King James Version

"I am black, but comely, O you daughters of Jerusalem, as the tents of Kedar, as the curtains of Solomon. "

— Song Of Solomon 1:5, American King James Version

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Song Of Solomon 1 — Context

2

Let him kiss me with the kisses of his mouth: for your love is better than wine.

3

Because of the smell of your good ointments your name is as ointment poured forth, therefore do the virgins love you.

4

Draw me, we will run after you: the king has brought me into his chambers: we will be glad and rejoice in you, we will remember your love more than wine: the upright love you.

5

I am black, but comely, O you daughters of Jerusalem, as the tents of Kedar, as the curtains of Solomon.

6

Look not on me, because I am black, because the sun has looked on me: my mother’s children were angry with me; they made me the keeper of the vineyards; but my own vineyard have I not kept.

7

Tell me, O you whom my soul loves, where you feed, where you make your flock to rest at noon: for why should I be as one that turns aside by the flocks of your companions? ¶

8

If you know not, O you fairest among women, go your way forth by the footsteps of the flock, and feed your kids beside the shepherds’ tents.

Song Of Solomon 1:5 — Frequently Asked Questions

7 questions
What does Song Of Solomon 1:5 say?
Song Of Solomon 1:5 in the American King James Version reads: “I am black, but comely, O you daughters of Jerusalem, as the tents of Kedar, as the curtains of Solomon. ”
Where is Song Of Solomon 1:5 in the Bible?
Song Of Solomon 1:5 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Song Of Solomon, chapter 1, verse 5.
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 1:5.
What translation should I read Song Of Solomon 1:5 in?
Song Of Solomon 1:5 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 1:5?
Song Of Solomon 1:5 reads (AKJV): “I am black, but comely, O you daughters of Jerusalem, as the tents of Kedar, as the curtains of Solomon. ” 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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