Song of Solomon 1:15 Meaning and Explanation
“Behold, thou art fair, my love; behold, thou art fair; thou hast doves' eyes.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The beloved compliments his beloved, emphasizing her beauty and comparing her eyes to gentle doves.
The Context of Song of Solomon 1:15
The beloved praises his beloved's beauty, particularly her eyes.
What Does Song of Solomon 1:15 Mean?
The beloved's voice returns with repeated praise: 'Behold, thou art fair'—the repetition stresses the depth of his admiration. Dove's eyes suggest gentleness, innocence, and beauty. In Scripture and ancient Near Eastern poetry, doves represent innocence, devotion, and peace. Her eyes mirror these qualities.
The focus on her eyes reveals admiration not of mere surface beauty but of what her gaze reveals—her character, her tenderness, her spiritual essence. The repetition creates a rhythm of affirmation, making clear that his appreciation is earnest and complete.
Song of Solomon 1:15 in the Original Language
Yonah (יוֹנָה), 'dove' — symbolizes gentleness, innocence, and devotion; used elsewhere for peace and the Holy Spirit.
Frequently Asked Questions About Song of Solomon 1:15
What does Song of Solomon 1:15 mean?
The beloved compliments his beloved, emphasizing her beauty and comparing her eyes to gentle doves.
What is the context of Song of Solomon 1:15?
The beloved praises his beloved's beauty, particularly her eyes.