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Christ, Our Marble Pillar
Commentators explain that the "pillars of marble" symbolize Christ's immense strength. He is strong enough to support the entire church, bear the weight of all our sins, and provide a firm, unshakeable foundation for our faith. His legs also represent his power to overcome all enemies, assuring believers of ultimate victory.
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Song Of Solomon
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Albert Barnes
On Song Of Solomon 5:15
18th Century
Theologian
His countenance - Or, his appearance (his whole bearing and demeanor, but especially his head and face) is as the Lebanon.
Charles Ellicott
On Song Of Solomon 5:15
19th Century
Bishop
Marble. —Hebrew shesh. Here and in Esther 1:6.
John Gill
On Song Of Solomon 5:15
17th Century
Pastor
His legs [are as] pillars of marble, set upon sockets of fine gold
The allusion may be to the "femoralia", or garm…
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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…