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The Works of His Hands
Commentators explain that the description of his hands as "gold rings set with beryl" points to the perfection, preciousness, and beauty of Christ's actions. These are the hands that perform mighty works, generously give grace, and securely hold His people, who are like jewels in His sight.
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Song Of Solomon
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Albert Barnes
On Song Of Solomon 5:14
18th Century
Theologian
His hands... — His hands are golden rings or cylinders. The fingers of the bent or closed hand are compared to a massive ring or set of ring…
Charles Ellicott
On Song Of Solomon 5:14
19th Century
Bishop
His hands ...—Galil, translated ring, is more probably a cylinder (from galal, to roll), referring to t…
John Gill
On Song Of Solomon 5:14
17th Century
Pastor
His hands [are as] gold rings, set with the beryl
Beryl is with great propriety mentioned, because it was usual to w…
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Matthew Henry
On Song Of Solomon 5:9–16
17th Century
Minister
Even those who have little acquaintance with Christ, cannot but see amiable beauty in others who bear his image. There are hopes of those who begin…