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Devotion in His Presence
Commentators see the bride's spikenard releasing its fragrance as a symbol of the believer's graces—faith, love, and gratitude—being activated by the presence of King Jesus. This 'table' can represent Christ's heavenly throne, His earthly ministry, or His spiritual presence with believers today, especially in ordinances like the Lord's Supper. His nearness makes our devotion a pleasing aroma.
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Song Of Solomon
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Albert Barnes
On Song Of Solomon 1:9–14
18th Century
Theologian
Ancient commentators, both Jewish and Christian, have regarded this section and the next (Song of Solomon 1:15–2:7) as expressing the "…
Charles Ellicott
On Song Of Solomon 1:12
19th Century
Bishop
While the king sits. —There is no need to imagine a scene where the monarch, having failed in his attempt to allure the shepherdes…
Charles Spurgeon
On Song Of Solomon 1:10–13
19th Century
Preacher
My beloved spake, and said unto me, Rise up, my love, my fair one, and come away. For, lo, the winter is past, the rain is over and gone; the f…
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John Gill
On Song Of Solomon 1:12
17th Century
Pastor
While the King [sits] at his table
These are the words of the church, relating what influence the presence of Christ…
Matthew Henry
On Song Of Solomon 1:9–17
17th Century
Minister
The Bridegroom gives high praise to His spouse. In the sight of Christ, believers are the excellent of the earth, equipped to be instruments for pr…