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His mouth is sweetness; Yes, he is altogether lovely. This is my beloved, and this is my friend, Daughters of Jerusalem. Friends
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The Sweetness of His Words
Commentators explain that the phrase 'His mouth is most sweet' refers primarily to the beauty of his speech. For the Christian, this points to the sweetness of Christ's words—the doctrines of the Gospel, His precious promises, and His loving invitations. As John Gill notes, His voice is charming and alluring because it speaks of love, grace, mercy, and salvation.
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Song Of Solomon
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18th Century
Presbyterian
He is altogether lovely — literally, the whole of him is desirable or delightful, with the plural noun expressing the highest degree. Theodo…
19th Century
Anglican
His mouth is most sweet. —Literally, his palate is sweetnesses, i.e., his voice is exquisitely sweet. The features have …
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
His mouth [is] most sweet Or sweetness itself F11 ; yea, "sweetnesses" F12 ; exceeding sweet. …
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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…
