Song of Solomon 1:4 Meaning and Explanation
“Draw me, we will run after thee: the king hath brought me into his chambers: we will be glad and rejoice in thee, we will remember thy love more than wine: the upright love thee.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The beloved draws the bride; they retreat to his chambers and express their gladness together, rejoicing in his love.
The Context of Song of Solomon 1:4
The bride and her companions celebrate being brought into the beloved's presence.
What Does Song of Solomon 1:4 Mean?
The verb 'draw' conveys powerful attraction—the beloved's pull is irresistible. The bride includes others in her response ('we will run'), suggesting communal celebration and testimony. Her entry into the king's chambers marks intimacy, privacy, and covenant union, the culmination of desire fulfilled.
Together they remember his love above all other delights. The reference to wine repeats verse 2's comparison: his love surpasses the world's greatest pleasures. The upright—the righteous and those of integrity—also love him, affirming that his worth transcends romance.
Song of Solomon 1:4 in the Original Language
Mashak (מָשַׁךְ), 'draw'/'pull' — conveys attraction and the power to compel movement, used elsewhere for drawing near to God.
Frequently Asked Questions About Song of Solomon 1:4
What does Song of Solomon 1:4 mean?
The beloved draws the bride; they retreat to his chambers and express their gladness together, rejoicing in his love.
What is the context of Song of Solomon 1:4?
The bride and her companions celebrate being brought into the beloved's presence.