Tell me, O one I love, where do you pasture your sheep? Where do you rest them at midday? Why should I be like a veiled woman beside the flocks of your companions? Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Song of Solomon 1:7? 2. How does Song of Solomon 1:7 reflect Christ's love for the Church? 3. What does "where you graze your flock" symbolize in a spiritual context? 4. How can we seek Christ's presence as the beloved seeks her shepherd? 5. Connect Song of Solomon 1:7 with Psalm 23:1-2 on spiritual guidance. 6. How can we apply the longing for Christ's presence in daily life? 7. What is the significance of shepherd imagery in Song of Solomon 1:7? 8. How does Song of Solomon 1:7 reflect ancient Near Eastern cultural practices? 9. What does Song of Solomon 1:7 reveal about the nature of love in biblical times? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Song of Solomon 1? 11. Song of Solomon 7 (entire) - Why is a passionate love poem with no explicit reference to God included in scripture, and does it clash with broader biblical themes of divine focus? 12. The lavish imagery in Song of Solomon 1 implies a royal court with abundant wealth. Is there corroborating historical evidence that Solomon's kingdom was this prosperous? 13. (Song of Solomon 6:8) How can sixty queens and eighty concubines align with Solomon's reputed 700 wives and 300 concubines (1 Kings 11:3)? 14. In Song of Solomon 2:1, is there any historical or botanical proof that the 'rose of Sharon' existed in ancient Israel? Discussion Questions 1. How does the imagery of the shepherd and flock in Song of Solomon 1:7 enhance your understanding of your relationship with Christ?2. In what ways can you actively seek intimacy with Christ in your daily life, similar to the Shulammite's pursuit of her beloved? 3. Reflect on a time when you felt like an outsider in your faith journey. How can this verse encourage you to find your identity and belonging in Christ? 4. What practical steps can you take to find rest and refreshment in Christ during the "noon" or challenging times of your life? 5. How do the connections to other scriptures, such as Psalm 23 and John 10, deepen your understanding of Christ as the Good Shepherd?1. How does the woman’s self-perception in verse 5-6 influence your understanding of her character? 2. How do the repeated mentions of nature and its elements contribute to the portrayal of love in this chapter? 3. What does the exchange between the lovers reveal about their relationship dynamics? 4. How do you interpret the metaphor of the man as a sachet of myrrh or a cluster of henna blossoms? 5. In what ways does the language used in this chapter capture the essence of romantic love? 6. What does the man's response to the woman's self-consciousness tell us about acceptance and love? 7. How can the expressions of love in this chapter be manifested in modern relationships? 8. What lessons can be learned from the mutual respect and admiration between the lovers? 9. How might the open expression of desire as portrayed in this chapter influence your understanding of healthy relationships? 10. What does the phrase "our bed is verdant" symbolize in the context of their relationship? 11. How can the metaphorical language used in Song of Solomon Chapter 1 help us communicate our feelings more effectively? 12. What practical steps can you take to celebrate and affirm the beauty of your significant other, as seen in the behavior of the lovers? 13. How does the woman's longing for her beloved's presence challenge or confirm your perception of desire in relationships? 14. How can the vineyard metaphor be applied to our lives and relationships today? 15. In what ways can you relate to the woman's feelings of insecurity and how does that influence your interaction with others? 16. How do the themes of Song of Solomon Chapter 1 resonate with your current understanding of love? 17. How would you handle feelings of inadequacy in a relationship, as the woman expresses in verse 6? 18. How can the portrayal of love in this chapter influence the way we approach relationships in contemporary society? 19. How does the assurance given by the man in verses 8-11 reflect the importance of emotional safety in relationships? 20. Based on your reading of this chapter, how can society better encourage and foster genuine expressions of love and longing? Links Song of Solomon 1:7 NIVSong of Solomon 1:7 NLT Song of Solomon 1:7 ESV Song of Solomon 1:7 NASB Song of Solomon 1:7 KJV Song of Solomon 1:7 Commentaries Bible Hub |



