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A Name Poured Out
Commentators explain that Christ's name is like "ointment poured forth." Just as perfume releases its scent when poured from a bottle, the goodness and power of Jesus' name are experienced when it is shared. Scholars like Gill and Henry note this represents the free and full proclamation of the gospel, which spreads the "fragrance" of His grace and salvation to the world.
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Song Of Solomon
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Albert Barnes
On Song Of Solomon 1:2–4
18th Century
Theologian
The song begins with two stanzas in praise of the king (who is now absent), sung by a chorus of virgins from the royal household. Commentators, bot…
Charles Ellicott
On Song Of Solomon 1:3
19th Century
Bishop
Because of the fragrance. —The general sense of this verse is clear, though grammatical difficulties make the literal translation …
Charles Spurgeon
On Song Of Solomon 1:2–3
19th Century
Preacher
For your love is better than wine. Because of the savour of your good ointments your name is as ointment poured forth, therefore do the virgins…
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John Gill
On Song Of Solomon 1:3
17th Century
Pastor
Because of the savour of your good ointments
It was usual for lovers to anoint themselves, their hair, garments to c…
Matthew Henry
On Song Of Solomon 1:2–6
17th Century
Minister
The church, or rather the believer, speaks here in the character of the spouse of the King, the Messiah. The kisses of his mouth mean those assuran…