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King Solomon made himself a carriage Of the wood of Lebanon.
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A Magnificent Royal Carriage
Scholars agree that the verse describes a magnificent royal carriage, or palanquin, built by King Solomon. Crafted from the prized wood of Lebanon, this vehicle was designed for the glorious procession of his bride. The specific Hebrew word for 'palanquin' is unique to this verse, but its meaning as a stately, portable litter is clear from the context.
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Song Of Solomon
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18th Century
Presbyterian
The principal and central action of the Song is the bride’s entry into the city of David and her marriage there with the king. Jewish interpreters …
19th Century
Anglican
A chariot. — In the margin: bed; Hebrew: appiryôn. This is a word of very doubtful etymology. Its derivation has…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
King Solomon made himself a chariot of the wood of Lebanon . ] The word translated chariot is only used in this plac…
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