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Song of Solomon 5 MHBCC 677

In this chapter we have, I. Christ’s gracious acceptance of the invitation which his church had given him, and the kind visit which he made to her, Song of Solomon 5:1. II. The account which the spouse gives of her own folly, in putting a slight upon her beloved, and the distress she was in by reason of his withdrawings, Song of Solomon 5:2-5:8. III. The enquiry of the daughters of Jerusalem concerning the amiable perfections of her beloved (Song of Solomon 5:9), and her particular answer to that enquiry, Song of Solomon 5:10-5:16. “Unto you that believe he is thus precious.” MHBCC 677.1