Song Of Solomon 1:5 nasb — "I am black but lovely, O daughters of Jerusalem, Like the tents of Kedar, Like the curtains of Solomon.

NASB

""I am black but lovely, O daughters of Jerusalem, Like the tents of Kedar, Like the curtains of Solomon."

— Song Of Solomon 1:5, NASB

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Song Of Solomon 1 — Context

2

"May he kiss me with the kisses of his mouth! For your love is better than wine.

3

"Your oils have a pleasing fragrance, Your name is like purified oil; Therefore the maidens love you.

4

"Draw me after you and let us run together! The king has brought me into his chambers." "We will rejoice in you and be glad; We will extol your love more than wine. Rightly do they love you."

5

"I am black but lovely, O daughters of Jerusalem, Like the tents of Kedar, Like the curtains of Solomon.

6

"Do not stare at me because I am swarthy, For the sun has burned me. My mother's sons were angry with me; They made me caretaker of the vineyards, But I have not taken care of my own vineyard.

7

"Tell me, O you whom my soul loves, Where do you pasture your flock, Where do you make it lie down at noon? For why should I be like one who veils herself Beside the flocks of your companions?"

8

"If you yourself do not know, Most beautiful among women, Go forth on the trail of the flock And pasture your young goats By the tents of the shepherds.

Song Of Solomon 1:5 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Song Of Solomon 1:5 say?
Song Of Solomon 1:5 in the NASB reads: “"I am black but lovely, O daughters of Jerusalem, Like the tents of Kedar, Like 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 (NASB): “"I am black but lovely, O daughters of Jerusalem, Like the tents of Kedar, Like 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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