Bosom.
Used symbolically for the seat of deep affection. John speaks of the Lord Jesus as the only begotten Son 'in the bosom of the Father.' John 1:18. The tender and sacred relationship which husband and wife have to each other is also called the 'bosom.' Deuteronomy 28:54, Deuteronomy 1:28. This to an Israelite would give force to the description of Lazarus being carried into ABRAHAM'S BOSOM. Luke 16:22, Luke 1:16. by means of a loose garment and a girdle, many things are constantly carried by Orientals in the bosom, even such as a lamb. Isaiah 40:11: cf. Luke 6:38.