Song of Solomon 8:1-5

“Oh that you were like a brother to me Who nursed at my mother’s breasts. If I found you outdoors, I would kiss you; No one would despise me, either.

“I would lead you and bring you Into the house of my mother, who used to instruct me; I would give you spiced wine to drink from the juice of my pomegranates.

“Let his left hand be under my head, And his right hand embrace me.”The Groom

“Swear to me, you daughters of Jerusalem: Do not disturb or awaken my love Until she pleases.”The Chorus

“Who is this coming up from the wilderness, Leaning on her beloved?”The Bride “Beneath the apple tree I awakened you; There your mother went into labor with you, There she was in labor and gave birth to you.