Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Your teeth are like a flock of sheep just shorn, coming up from the washing. Each has its twin; not one of them is alone. New Living Translation Your teeth are as white as sheep, recently shorn and freshly washed. Your smile is flawless, each tooth matched with its twin. English Standard Version Your teeth are like a flock of shorn ewes that have come up from the washing, all of which bear twins, and not one among them has lost its young. Berean Standard Bible Your teeth are like a flock of newly shorn sheep coming up from the washing; each has its twin, and not one of them is lost. Berean Literal Bible Your teeth are like a flock shorn, having come up from the washing, all of which have twins, and there is not a bereaved one among them. King James Bible Thy teeth are like a flock of sheep that are even shorn, which came up from the washing; whereof every one bear twins, and none is barren among them. New King James Version Your teeth are like a flock of shorn sheep Which have come up from the washing, Every one of which bears twins, And none is barren among them. New American Standard Bible “Your teeth are like a flock of newly shorn sheep Which have come up from their watering place, All of which bear twins, And not one among them has lost her young. NASB 1995 “Your teeth are like a flock of newly shorn ewes Which have come up from their washing, All of which bear twins, And not one among them has lost her young. NASB 1977 “Your teeth are like a flock of newly shorn ewes Which have come up from their washing, All of which bear twins, And not one among them has lost her young. Legacy Standard Bible Your teeth are like a flock of newly shorn ewes Which have come up from their washing, All of which bear twins, And not one among them has lost her young. Amplified Bible “Your teeth are like a flock of newly shorn ewes Which have come up from washing, All of which bear twins, And not one among them has lost her young. Berean Annotated Bible Your teeth are like a flock of newly shorn sheep coming up from the washing; each has its twin, and not one of them is lost. Christian Standard Bible Your teeth are like a flock of newly shorn sheep coming up from washing, each one bearing twins, and none has lost its young. Holman Christian Standard Bible Your teeth are like a flock of newly shorn sheep coming up from washing, each one having a twin, and not one missing. American Standard Version Thy teeth are like a flock of ewes that are newly shorn, Which are come up from the washing, Whereof every one hath twins, And none is bereaved among them. Contemporary English Version Your teeth are whiter than sheep freshly washed; they match perfectly, not one is missing. English Revised Version Thy teeth are like a flock of ewes that are newly shorn, which are come up from the washing; whereof every one hath twins, and none is bereaved among them. GOD'S WORD® Translation Your teeth are like a flock of sheep about to be sheared, sheep that come up from the washing. All of them bear twins, and not one has lost its young. Good News Translation Your teeth are as white as sheep that have just been shorn and washed. Not one of them is missing; they are all perfectly matched. International Standard Version Your teeth are like a flock of sheep about to be sheared, who are coming up from being washed. All of them are twins, not one has lost her young. NET Bible Your teeth are like a flock of newly-shorn sheep coming up from the washing place; each of them has a twin, and not one of them is missing. New Heart English Bible Your teeth are like a newly shorn flock, which have come up from the washing, where every one of them has twins. None is bereaved among them. Webster's Bible Translation Thy teeth are like a flock of sheep that are even shorn, which came up from the washing; all of which bear twins, and none is barren among them. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleYour teeth are like a flock of newly shorn sheep coming up from the washing; each has its twin, and not one of them is lost. World English Bible Your teeth are like a newly shorn flock, which have come up from the washing, where every one of them has twins. None is bereaved among them. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionYour teeth as a row of the shorn ones that have come up from the washing, "" For all of them are forming twins, "" And a bereaved one is not among them. Berean Literal Bible Your teeth are like a flock shorn, having come up from the washing, all of which have twins, and there is not a bereaved one among them. Young's Literal Translation Thy teeth as a row of the shorn ones That have come up from the washing, For all of them are forming twins, And a bereaved one is not among them. Smith's Literal Translation Thy teeth as a herd of the shorn which came up from the washing; all of them bearing twins, and none barren among them. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleThy teeth as flocks of sheep, that are shorn which come up from the washing, all with twins, and there is none barren among them. Catholic Public Domain Version Your teeth are like flocks of shorn sheep, which ascend from the washing, each one with its identical twin, and not one among them is barren. New American Bible Your teeth are like a flock of ewes to be shorn, that come up from the washing, All of them big with twins, none of them barren. New Revised Standard Version Your teeth are like a flock of shorn ewes that have come up from the washing, all of which bear twins, and not one among them is bereaved. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleYour teeth are like a flock of sheep that are shorn, which come up from the washing; every one of them bears twins, and none is bereft among them. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated Your teeth are like a flock that is shorn going up from their washing, all bearing twins and none is barren among them OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Thy teeth are like a flock of ewes all shaped alike, Which are come up from the washing; Whereof all are paired, and none faileth among them. Brenton Septuagint Translation Thy teeth are as flocks of shorn sheep, that have gone up from the washing; all of them bearing twins, and there is not a barren one among them. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Solomon Admires His Bride1How beautiful you are, my darling—how very beautiful! Your eyes are like doves behind your veil. Your hair is like a flock of goats streaming down Mount Gilead. 2Your teeth are like a flock of newly shorn sheep coming up from the washing; each has its twin, and not one of them is lost. 3Your lips are like a scarlet ribbon, and your mouth is lovely. Your brow behind your veil is like a slice of pomegranate.… Cross References Your teeth are like a flock of newly shorn sheep Songs 6:6 Your teeth are like a flock of sheep coming up from the washing; each has its twin, and not one of them is lost. Genesis 49:12 His eyes are darker than wine, and his teeth are whiter than milk. Psalm 147:16 He spreads the snow like wool; He scatters the frost like ashes; coming up from the washing; Revelation 7:14 “Sir,” I answered, “you know.” So he replied, “These are the ones who have come out of the great tribulation; they have washed their robes and made them white in the blood of the Lamb. John 13:10 Jesus told him, “Whoever has already bathed needs only to wash his feet, and he will be completely clean. And you are clean, though not all of you.” Psalm 51:7 Purify me with hyssop, and I will be clean; wash me, and I will be whiter than snow. each has its twin, Exodus 26:3 Five of the curtains are to be joined together, and the other five joined as well. Genesis 7:9 came to Noah to enter the ark, two by two, male and female, as God had commanded Noah. Ezekiel 1:9 and their wings were touching one another. They did not turn as they moved; each one went straight ahead. and not one of them is lost. John 17:12 While I was with them, I protected and preserved them by Your name, the name You gave Me. Not one of them has been lost, except the son of destruction, so that the Scripture would be fulfilled. John 18:9 This was to fulfill the word He had spoken: “I have not lost one of those You have given Me.” John 6:39 And this is the will of Him who sent Me, that I shall lose none of those He has given Me, but raise them up at the last day. Proverbs 27:27 You will have plenty of goats’ milk to feed you—food for your household and nourishment for your maidservants. Jeremiah 50:19 I will return Israel to his pasture, and he will graze on Carmel and Bashan; his soul will be satisfied on the hills of Ephraim and Gilead. Ezekiel 34:31 ‘You are My flock, the sheep of My pasture, My people, and I am your God,’ declares the Lord GOD.” Matthew 25:32-33 All the nations will be gathered before Him, and He will separate the people one from another, as a shepherd separates the sheep from the goats. / He will place the sheep on His right and the goats on His left. Treasury of Scripture Your teeth are like a flock of sheep that are even shorn, which came up from the washing; whereof every one bear twins, and none is barren among them. teeth Song of Solomon 6:6 Thy teeth are as a flock of sheep which go up from the washing, whereof every one beareth twins, and there is not one barren among them. Jeremiah 15:16 Thy words were found, and I did eat them; and thy word was unto me the joy and rejoicing of mine heart: for I am called by thy name, O LORD God of hosts. John 15:7 If ye abide in me, and my words abide in you, ye shall ask what ye will, and it shall be done unto you. and none Exodus 23:26 There shall nothing cast their young, nor be barren, in thy land: the number of thy days I will fulfil. Deuteronomy 7:13,14 And he will love thee, and bless thee, and multiply thee: he will also bless the fruit of thy womb, and the fruit of thy land, thy corn, and thy wine, and thine oil, the increase of thy kine, and the flocks of thy sheep, in the land which he sware unto thy fathers to give thee… Jump to Previous Alike Alone Barren Bear Bereaved Cut Ewes Faileth Flock Lost Newly Paired Shaped Sheep Shorn Teeth Twin Twins Washing Whereof Wool YoungJump to Next Alike Alone Barren Bear Bereaved Cut Ewes Faileth Flock Lost Newly Paired Shaped Sheep Shorn Teeth Twin Twins Washing Whereof Wool YoungSong of Solomon 4 1. Christ sets forth the graces of the church8. He shows forth his love to her 16. The church prays to be made fit for his presence Your teeth are like a flock of newly shorn sheep This phrase uses pastoral imagery common in ancient Near Eastern poetry. Sheep were a vital part of agrarian life, symbolizing purity and value. Newly shorn sheep would appear clean and white, suggesting the bride's teeth are perfectly white and well-maintained. This imagery reflects the importance of personal care and beauty in the cultural context of the time. The comparison to sheep also implies a sense of order and uniformity, as a flock moves together cohesively. coming up from the washing; each has its twin, and not one of them is lost. Persons / Places / Events 1. SolomonTraditionally attributed as the author of the Song of Solomon, Solomon was the son of King David and known for his wisdom and wealth. He is often seen as a type of Christ in his role as a bridegroom. 2. The Bride The beloved in the Song of Solomon, often interpreted as a representation of the Church or the individual believer in a relationship with Christ. 3. Sheep In the context of ancient Israel, sheep were a common agricultural asset, symbolizing purity and value. The imagery of sheep is used to convey beauty and order. 4. Shorn Sheep The act of shearing sheep implies a process of cleansing and renewal, which can symbolize spiritual purification. 5. Twins The mention of twins suggests completeness and perfection, indicating that nothing is lacking. Teaching Points Spiritual PurityThe imagery of washed and shorn sheep highlights the importance of spiritual purity. Just as the sheep are cleansed, believers are called to live lives that are purified by the Word and Spirit. Completeness in Christ The reference to twins and none being lost speaks to the completeness and perfection found in a relationship with Christ. Believers are made whole in Him. Value and Beauty in God's Eyes The detailed description of the bride's teeth reflects the value and beauty God sees in His people. Each believer is precious and uniquely crafted by God. Unity and Order The orderly and complete nature of the flock symbolizes the unity and order that should characterize the body of Christ. Believers are called to live in harmony and unity. Renewal and Transformation The process of shearing and washing sheep can be seen as a metaphor for the renewal and transformation that occurs in the life of a believer through sanctification. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Song of Solomon 4:2?2. How does Song of Solomon 4:2 illustrate the beauty of God's creation? 3. What does the imagery of "sheep" in Song of Solomon 4:2 symbolize? 4. How can we appreciate God's creation in our daily lives, as seen here? 5. How does Song of Solomon 4:2 connect to Psalm 23's imagery of sheep? 6. What practical steps can we take to value purity, as depicted in 4:2? 7. What is the significance of the imagery in Song of Solomon 4:2 for understanding biblical beauty standards? 8. How does Song of Solomon 4:2 reflect the cultural context of ancient Israelite society? 9. What theological insights can be drawn from the metaphor used in Song of Solomon 4:2? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Song of Solomon 4? 11. What does 'Do not awaken love until it pleases' mean? 12. In Song of Solomon 2:11-12, is there archaeological or historical evidence confirming the seasonal details mentioned, or is it strictly poetic imagery? 13. How many stalls of horses did Solomon have? (1 Kings 4:26 vs. 2 Chronicles 9:25) 14. How can the bride be 'asleep' yet her heart is 'awake' in Song of Solomon 5:2, and does this concept align with any known scientific or psychological states? What Does Song of Solomon 4:2 Mean Context within the SongSong of Solomon 4 records the bridegroom praising the bride from head to toe. Verse 2 focuses on her smile, an intimate detail that deepens the picture of pure, covenant love (cf. Proverbs 5:18–19; Genesis 2:23). “Your teeth” • The bridegroom notices even the small features, underscoring God-given worth and dignity in marriage (cf. Matthew 10:30). • Joy shines through her teeth—“Bright eyes gladden the heart” (Proverbs 15:30). A wholesome smile reflects an inward purity (cf. Luke 6:45). “are like a flock of newly shorn sheep” • Sheep just shorn reveal soft, gleaming wool; the image highlights bright whiteness and gentle beauty. • Scripture often links sheep with innocence and sacrifice (John 1:29). In marriage, purity and sacrificial love belong together (Ephesians 5:25). “coming up from the washing” • The sheep ascend cleansed, sparkling in the sunlight. Likewise, the bride’s teeth are spotless—no stain of compromise. • Washing points to moral and ceremonial cleansing. Christ “gave Himself up for her to sanctify her, cleansing her by the washing with water through the word” (Ephesians 5:26; Psalm 51:7; Isaiah 1:18). “each has its twin” • Every tooth is perfectly matched, a picture of symmetry and order. • Wholeness reflects God’s design: “Everything is beautiful in its time” (Ecclesiastes 3:11). Marriage thrives when both partners complement and complete each other (Genesis 2:18). “and not one of them is lost” • No gaps, no missing teeth—total health. • Spiritually, the Good Shepherd loses none whom the Father has given Him (John 6:39; 17:12). The verse whispers of covenant security and steadfast love within marriage and ultimately in Christ’s keeping of His redeemed. Practical reflection for marriage today • Notice the details; speak encouragement frequently (1 Thessalonians 5:11). • Celebrate purity and faithfulness; guard words, actions, media intake (Philippians 4:8). • Cultivate completeness: work together so nothing is “missing” in the relationship—time, affection, forgiveness (Colossians 3:14). Christ and His Church • The bride’s flawless teeth foreshadow the Church presented “without stain or wrinkle” (Ephesians 5:27). • Every believer has a place; none are lost (John 10:28). • The shepherd imagery reminds us we are washed, made whiter than snow, and kept secure until the wedding feast of the Lamb (Revelation 19:7–8). Summary Song of Solomon 4:2 paints a vivid picture of the bride’s pure, complete, and pleasing smile. On the surface it celebrates marital delight; beneath, it points to the deeper reality of a people cleansed, whole, and securely loved by the Bridegroom, Jesus Christ. (2) Thy teeth . . . --i.e., white as newly washed sheep. The word translated shorn is only used as a synonym for sheep, as we see by comparison with Song of Solomon 6:6. The only other place where it is found is 2Kings 6:6, where it is used of cutting wood.Bear twins.--The Hebrew word means "to make double." But this may either be "to produce twins," as in the text, or "to make pairs," or "to occur in pairs," a rendering which gives far better sense. The perfect and regular rows of teeth are exactly paired, upper to lower, like the sheep coming two and two from the washing, not one being bereaved of its fellow. Verse 2. - Thy teeth are like a flock of ewes that are newly shorn, which are come up from the washing; whereof every one hath twins, and none is bereaved among them. The simile is very apt and beautiful Thy teeth are perfectly smooth, regular, and white; the upper set corresponding exactly to the lower set, like twin births in which there is no break (cf. Song of Solomon 6:6). The moisture of the saliva dentium, heightening the glance of the teeth, is frequently mentioned in love songs. The whiteness of wool is often used as a comparison (see Isaiah 1:18; Daniel 7:9; Revelation 1:14; Book of Enoch 46:1). Some think that קְצוּבות. should not be rendered "newly shorn," but "periodically shorn" (see Ginsburg) - a poetical epithet for וְחֵלֵים. The newly shorn would be washed first, תָּאַם, "to be double,....to be pairs," in the hiph. is "to make double," "to make pairs," "to appear paired." Perhaps the reference is to the sheep being washed in pairs, and going up side by side from the water. This would seem almost more exact than the idea of twin lambs, because the difference in size between the ewe and the lamb would suggest irregularity. The word שַׁכֻּלָּת, "deprived," "bereaved" (Jeremiah 18:21), may point merely to the loneliness of the single sheep going up by itself, suggesting one tooth without its fellow. Ginsburg says, "all of which are paired." Each keeps to its mate as they come up from the pool. This is a decided improvement on the Authorized Version. But the figure is clear with either rendering, and is very striking and suggestive of the pleasant country life to which the bride was accustomed.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Your teethשִׁנַּ֙יִךְ֙ (šin·na·yiḵ) Noun - cdc | second person feminine singular Strong's 8127: A tooth, ivory, a cliff are like a flock כְּעֵ֣דֶר (kə·‘ê·ḏer) Preposition-k | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 5739: An arrangement, muster of newly shorn sheep הַקְּצוּב֔וֹת (haq·qə·ṣū·ḇō·wṯ) Article | Verb - Qal - QalPassParticiple - feminine plural Strong's 7094: To cut off, shear coming up שֶׁעָל֖וּ (še·‘ā·lū) Pronoun - relative | Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person common plural Strong's 5927: To ascend, in, actively from מִן־ (min-) Preposition Strong's 4480: A part of, from, out of the washing; הָרַחְצָ֑ה (hā·raḥ·ṣāh) Article | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 7367: A bathing place each שֶׁכֻּלָּם֙ (šek·kul·lām) Pronoun - relative | Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine plural Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every has its twin, מַתְאִימ֔וֹת (maṯ·’î·mō·wṯ) Verb - Hifil - Participle - feminine plural Strong's 8382: To be, twinned, duplicate, jointed and not one אֵ֥ין (’ên) Adverb Strong's 369: A non-entity, a negative particle [is] lost. וְשַׁכֻּלָ֖ה (wə·šak·ku·lāh) Conjunctive waw | Adjective - feminine singular Strong's 7909: Childless Links Song of Solomon 4:2 NIVSong of Solomon 4:2 NLT Song of Solomon 4:2 ESV Song of Solomon 4:2 NASB Song of Solomon 4:2 KJV Song of Solomon 4:2 BibleApps.com Song of Solomon 4:2 Biblia Paralela Song of Solomon 4:2 Chinese Bible Song of Solomon 4:2 French Bible Song of Solomon 4:2 Catholic Bible OT Poetry: Song of Solomon 4:2 Your teeth are like a newly shorn (Song Songs SS So Can) |
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