Verse Song of Solomon 7:5. Thine head - like Carmel] Rising majestically upon thy neck, and above thy shoulders, as Mount Carmel does in its district. Carmel was the name of the mountain where Elijah had his contest with the prophets of Baal. See 1 Kings 18:19, c.

The hair of thine head like purple] Ornamented with ribbons and jewellery of this tint.

The king is held in the galleries.] Or is detained in the antechamber. His heart is captivated by thy person and conduct. Some understand the ringlets of the bride's hair.

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