Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version The mandrakes send out their fragrance, and at our door is every delicacy, both new and old, that I have stored up for you, my beloved. New Living Translation There the mandrakes give off their fragrance, and the finest fruits are at our door, new delights as well as old, which I have saved for you, my lover. English Standard Version The mandrakes give forth fragrance, and beside our doors are all choice fruits, new as well as old, which I have laid up for you, O my beloved. Berean Standard Bible The mandrakes send forth a fragrance, and at our door is every delicacy, new as well as old, that I have treasured up for you, my beloved. Berean Literal Bible The mandrakes give off a scent, and at our door is every delicacy, new and old, my beloved, which I have stored up for you. King James Bible The mandrakes give a smell, and at our gates are all manner of pleasant fruits, new and old, which I have laid up for thee, O my beloved. New King James Version The mandrakes give off a fragrance, And at our gates are pleasant fruits, All manner, new and old, Which I have laid up for you, my beloved. New American Standard Bible “The mandrakes have given forth fragrance; And over our doors are all delicious fruits, New as well as old, Which I have saved for you, my beloved. NASB 1995 “The mandrakes have given forth fragrance; And over our doors are all choice fruits, Both new and old, Which I have saved up for you, my beloved. NASB 1977 “The mandrakes have given forth fragrance; And over our doors are all choice fruits, Both new and old, Which I have saved up for you, my beloved. Legacy Standard Bible The mandrakes have given forth fragrance; And over our doors are all choice fruits, Both new and old, Which I have treasured up for you, my beloved. Amplified Bible “The mandrakes give forth fragrance, And over our doors are all [kinds of] choice fruits, Both new and old, Which I have saved up for you, my beloved. Berean Annotated Bible The mandrakes send forth a fragrance, and at our door is every delicacy, new as well as old, that I have treasured up for you, my beloved. Christian Standard Bible The mandrakes give off a fragrance, and at our doors is every delicacy, both new and old. I have treasured them up for you, my love. Holman Christian Standard Bible The mandrakes give off a fragrance, and at our doors is every delicacy— new as well as old. I have treasured them up for you, my love. American Standard Version The mandrakes give forth fragrance; And at our doors are all manner of precious fruits, new and old, Which I have laid up for thee, O my beloved. Contemporary English Version Perfume from the magic flower fills the air, my darling. Right at our doorstep I have stored up for you all kinds of tasty fruits. English Revised Version The mandrakes give forth fragrance, and at our doors are all manner of precious fruits, new and old, which I have laid up for thee, O my beloved. GOD'S WORD® Translation The mandrakes give off a fragrance, and at our door are all kinds of precious fruits. I have saved new and old things for you alone, my beloved. Good News Translation You can smell the scent of mandrakes, and all the pleasant fruits are near our door. Darling, I have kept for you the old delights and the new. International Standard Version The mandrakes give off their fragrance, and over our doors are all the choice fruits, both old and new, that I've stored up for you, my beloved. NET Bible The mandrakes send out their fragrance; over our door is every delicacy, both new and old, which I have stored up for you, my lover. New Heart English Bible The mandrakes give forth fragrance. At our doors are all kinds of precious fruits, new and old, which I have stored up for you, my beloved. Webster's Bible Translation The mandrakes give a smell, and at our gates are all manner of pleasant fruits, new and old, which I have laid up for thee, O my beloved. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleThe mandrakes send forth a fragrance, and at our door is every delicacy, new as well as old, that I have treasured up for you, my beloved. World English Bible The mandrakes produce fragrance. At our doors are all kinds of precious fruits, new and old, which I have stored up for you, my beloved. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionThe mandrakes have given fragrance, "" And at our openings all pleasant things, "" New, indeed, old, my beloved, I laid up for you! Berean Literal Bible The mandrakes give off a scent, and at our door is every delicacy, new and old, my beloved, which I have stored up for you. Young's Literal Translation The mandrakes have given fragrance, And at our openings all pleasant things, New, yea, old, my beloved, I laid up for thee! Smith's Literal Translation The mandrakes gave an odor, and upon our entrances all precious things, new also old, my beloved, I laid up for thee. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleThe mandrakes give a smell. In our gates are all fruits: the new and the old, my beloved, I have kept for thee. Catholic Public Domain Version The mandrakes yield their fragrance. At our gates is every fruit. The new and the old, my beloved, I have kept for you. New American Bible The mandrakes give forth fragrance, and over our doors are all choice fruits; Fruits both fresh and dried, my lover, have I kept in store for you. New Revised Standard Version The mandrakes give forth fragrance, and over our doors are all choice fruits, new as well as old, which I have laid up for you, O my beloved. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleThe mandrakes give forth fragrance, and at our gates are all manner of pleasant fruits, new and old, which I have kept for you, O my beloved. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated The mandrakes have given a fragrance, and all our fruits, new ones and old ones, my beloved, I have kept for you upon our gates OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917The mandrakes give forth fragrance, And at our doors are all manner of precious fruits, New and old, Which I have laid up for thee, O my beloved. Brenton Septuagint Translation The mandrakes have given a smell, and at our doors are all kinds of choice fruits, new and old. O my kinsman, I have kept them for thee. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Admiration by the Bridegroom…12Let us go early to the vineyards to see if the vine has budded, if the blossom has opened, if the pomegranates are in bloom—there I will give you my love. 13The mandrakes send forth a fragrance, and at our door is every delicacy, new as well as old, that I have treasured up for you, my beloved. Cross References The mandrakes send forth a fragrance, Genesis 30:14-16 Now during the wheat harvest, Reuben went out and found some mandrakes in the field. When he brought them to his mother, Rachel begged Leah, “Please give me some of your son’s mandrakes.” / But Leah replied, “Is it not enough that you have taken away my husband? Now you want to take my son’s mandrakes as well?” “Very well,” said Rachel, “he may sleep with you tonight in exchange for your son’s mandrakes.” / When Jacob came in from the field that evening, Leah went out to meet him and said, “You must come with me, for I have hired you with my son’s mandrakes.” So he slept with her that night. Hosea 14:6 His shoots will sprout, and his splendor will be like the olive tree, his fragrance like the cedars of Lebanon. Psalm 45:8 All your garments are fragrant with myrrh and aloes and cassia; from palaces of ivory the harps make you glad. and at our door is every delicacy, Revelation 3:20 Behold, I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears My voice and opens the door, I will come in and dine with him, and he with Me. Proverbs 9:1-5 Wisdom has built her house; she has carved out her seven pillars. / She has prepared her meat and mixed her wine; she has also set her table. / She has sent out her maidservants; she calls out from the heights of the city. … Genesis 43:11 Then their father Israel said to them, “If it must be so, then do this: Put some of the best products of the land in your packs and carry them down as a gift for the man—a little balm and a little honey, spices and myrrh, pistachios and almonds. new as well as old, Leviticus 26:10 You will still be eating the old supply of grain when you need to clear it out to make room for the new. Matthew 13:52 Then He told them, “For this reason, every scribe who has been discipled in the kingdom of heaven is like a homeowner who brings out of his storeroom new treasures as well as old.” Luke 5:39 And no one after drinking old wine wants new, for he says, ‘The old is better.’” that I have treasured up for you, Proverbs 2:1-7 My son, if you accept my words and hide my commandments within you, / if you incline your ear to wisdom and direct your heart to understanding, / if you truly call out to insight and lift your voice to understanding, … Matthew 6:19-21 Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. / But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moth and rust do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and steal. / For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also. Colossians 2:3 in whom are hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge. my beloved. Songs 2:16 My beloved is mine and I am his; he pastures his flock among the lilies. Songs 6:3 I belong to my beloved and he belongs to me; he pastures his flock among the lilies. Songs 8:14 Come away, my beloved, and be like a gazelle or a young stag on the mountains of spices. Genesis 27:27 So he came near and kissed him. When Isaac smelled his clothing, he blessed him and said: “Ah, the smell of my son is like the smell of a field that the LORD has blessed. Treasury of Scripture The mandrakes give a smell, and at our gates are all manner of pleasant fruits, new and old, which I have laid up for you, O my beloved. mandrakes Genesis 30:14 And Reuben went in the days of wheat harvest, and found mandrakes in the field, and brought them unto his mother Leah. Then Rachel said to Leah, Give me, I pray thee, of thy son's mandrakes. at our Song of Solomon 4:16 Awake, O north wind; and come, thou south; blow upon my garden, that the spices thereof may flow out. Let my beloved come into his garden, and eat his pleasant fruits. Song of Solomon 5:1 I am come into my garden, my sister, my spouse: I have gathered my myrrh with my spice; I have eaten my honeycomb with my honey; I have drunk my wine with my milk: eat, O friends; drink, yea, drink abundantly, O beloved. John 15:8 Herein is my Father glorified, that ye bear much fruit; so shall ye be my disciples. new Matthew 13:52 Then said he unto them, Therefore every scribe which is instructed unto the kingdom of heaven is like unto a man that is an householder, which bringeth forth out of his treasure things new and old. I have Isaiah 23:18 And her merchandise and her hire shall be holiness to the LORD: it shall not be treasured nor laid up; for her merchandise shall be for them that dwell before the LORD, to eat sufficiently, and for durable clothing. Isaiah 60:6,7 The multitude of camels shall cover thee, the dromedaries of Midian and Ephah; all they from Sheba shall come: they shall bring gold and incense; and they shall shew forth the praises of the LORD… Matthew 25:40 And the King shall answer and say unto them, Verily I say unto you, Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me. Jump to Previous Beloved Choice Door Doors Forth Fragrance Fruits Gates Good Kept Kinds Laid Mandrakes Manner New Pleasant Precious Smell Sorts Stored Sweet YieldJump to Next Beloved Choice Door Doors Forth Fragrance Fruits Gates Good Kept Kinds Laid Mandrakes Manner New Pleasant Precious Smell Sorts Stored Sweet YieldSong of Solomon 7 1. a further description of the church's graces.10. The church professes her faith and desire The mandrakes send forth a fragrance Mandrakes are plants known for their fragrant smell and were believed to have fertility-enhancing properties in ancient times. They are mentioned in Genesis 30:14-16, where Rachel and Leah discuss them in the context of childbearing. The mention of mandrakes here may symbolize love, desire, and the hope for fruitfulness in the relationship. The fragrance suggests an alluring and inviting atmosphere, enhancing the romantic and intimate setting of the Song of Solomon. and at our door is every delicacy new as well as old that I have treasured up for you my beloved Persons / Places / Events 1. The BelovedThe speaker in this verse is addressing their beloved, a central figure in the Song of Solomon, representing a deep, intimate relationship. 2. Mandrakes A plant known for its fragrance and supposed aphrodisiac properties, symbolizing love and desire. 3. Doors Symbolic of entry points to the home, representing intimacy and the sharing of life together. 4. Delicacies Represents the abundance and variety of love and experiences shared between the lovers. 5. Stored Up Indicates preparation and intentionality in the relationship, suggesting a history and future of shared experiences. Teaching Points The Fragrance of LoveJust as mandrakes send forth their fragrance, our love should be evident and attractive to those around us. Cultivate a love that is fragrant with kindness, patience, and selflessness. Intentional Preparation The delicacies stored up represent intentionality in relationships. Invest time and effort into building a strong foundation with your loved ones, storing up experiences and memories that enrich your bond. New and Old Treasures Embrace both new experiences and cherished traditions in your relationships. Balance innovation with appreciation for the past to create a rich and fulfilling partnership. Guarding the Entryways Be mindful of what you allow into your relationship. Protect the sanctity and purity of your bond by setting healthy boundaries and prioritizing your partner. Reflecting Divine Love Let your relationship be a reflection of Christ's love for the church. Strive for a love that is sacrificial, enduring, and life-giving. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Song of Solomon 7:13?2. How does Song of Solomon 7:13 illustrate the beauty of marital intimacy? 3. What role do "mandrakes" play in expressing love and desire in this verse? 4. How can Song of Solomon 7:13 inspire deeper affection in Christian marriages today? 5. What connections exist between Song of Solomon 7:13 and Genesis 30:14-16? 6. How can we apply the longing for love in Song of Solomon 7:13? 7. What is the significance of mandrakes in Song of Solomon 7:13? 8. How does Song of Solomon 7:13 reflect the theme of love and desire? 9. What historical context influences the imagery in Song of Solomon 7:13? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Song of Solomon 7? 11. How can the description of the bride's flawless perfection in Song of Solomon 4:7 align with human reality, given our understanding of human imperfection? 12. How do we reconcile the poetic exaggerations in Song of Solomon 4:1-3 with any literal or historical interpretations of the text? 13. What are the mandrakes mentioned in Genesis 30:14? 14. Song of Solomon 7:5 - Is likening hair to royal purple historically or archaeologically supported in ancient Israel, and does it conflict with other scriptural cultural references? What Does Song of Solomon 7:13 Mean The mandrakes send forth a fragrance• Mandrakes were known for their sweet scent and their association with love and fertility (Genesis 30:14-16). • The bride pictures their aroma wafting through the garden, signaling that love is alive and fruitful. • Earlier she said, “Your name is like perfume poured out” (Songs 1:3), reminding us that true love overflows in a way that others can notice, much like the believer’s witness “to God among the living” (Psalm 116:9). • In a wider biblical frame, the fragrance evokes Christ Himself—“The house was filled with the fragrance of the perfume” when Mary anointed Jesus (John 12:3). Just as that aroma filled the room, covenant love fills the marriage and testifies to God’s goodness. At our door is every delicacy • The doorway marks the couple’s shared home—love enjoyed within the boundaries God designed (Songs 8:6-7). • “Every delicacy” paints a table heaped with delights, echoing, “He brought me to the banqueting house” (Songs 2:4) and, spiritually, “They feast on the abundance of Your house” (Psalm 36:8). • The placement “at our door” stresses readiness. Like the Good Shepherd who promises, “He will go in and out and find pasture” (John 10:9), the groom ensures constant provision and safety. New as well as old • Love in marriage is both familiar and fresh. Yesterday’s joys are remembered; today’s mercies are “new every morning” (Lamentations 3:23). • Jesus applied the same picture to discipleship: “every scribe…brings out of his treasure things new and old” (Matthew 13:52), combining past revelation with present insight. • God promised Israel, “You will eat the old harvest and clear out the old to make room for the new” (Leviticus 26:10). The bride echoes that abundance: there is always more to savor. That I have treasured up for you, my beloved • The bride has intentionally stored these delights; nothing is accidental. The language mirrors Songs 4:12: “a garden locked…a spring sealed,” prepared for one man alone. • The verb “treasured up” recalls, “Store up my commands within you” (Proverbs 7:1), underlining commitment and foresight. • Spiritually, it reflects Christ’s promise, “I go to prepare a place for you” (John 14:2) and the reality that “eye has not seen…what God has prepared for those who love Him” (1 Corinthians 2:9). • In marriage, each spouse safeguards body, heart, and time for the other. In faith, believers guard the gospel and their devotion for Christ alone (2 Timothy 1:14). summary Song of Solomon 7:13 presents a vivid snapshot of covenant love: fragrant, abundant, ever-renewed, and intentionally reserved. The mandrakes’ scent signals life and fruitfulness; the doorway laden with delicacies pictures secure provision; the mix of “new and old” celebrates both memory and freshness; and the treasured store underscores exclusive devotion. Together these images call spouses—and, by extension, every believer in relationship with Christ—to cultivate love that is aromatic, generous, continually refreshed, and faithfully guarded. (13) Mandrakes.--Heb. d-daim = love-apples. Suggested probably by the word loves immediately preceding, as well as the qualities ascribed to the plant, for which see Note, Genesis 30:14.Verse 13. - The mandrakes give forth fragrance, and at our doors are all manner of precious fruits, new and old, which I have laid up for thee, O my beloved. The dudhai after the form Lulai, and connected probably with דּוד, are the "love flowers," the Mandragora officinalis (Linn.), whitish-green in colour, with yellow apples about the size of nutmegs; they belong to the order of Solanaceae, and both fruits and roots were employed as aphrodisiac, to promote love. We are, of course, reminded of Genesis 30:14, where the LXX. has, μὴλα, μανδραγορῶν, when the son of Leah found mandrakes in vintage time. They produce their effect by their powerful and pleasant fragrance. They are said to be only rarely found in the neighbourhood of Jerusalem, but they were abundant in. Galilee, where Shulamith was brought up. The Arabs called them abd-el-sal'm, "servant of love" - postillon d'amour. We are not wrong in using that which is perfectly natural and simple for the cherishing and increasing of devout feeling. The three elements which coexist in true spiritual life are thought, feeling, and action. They support one another. A religion which is all impulse and emotion soon wears itself out, and is apt to end in spiritual vacuity and paralysis; but when thought and activity hold up and strengthen and guide feeling, then it is scarcely possible to endanger the soul. The heart should go out to Christ in a simple but fervent worship, especially in praise. There are no Christians who are more ready to devote themselves to good works than those who delight much in hearty and happy spiritual songs.
Hebrew The mandrakesהַֽדּוּדָאִ֣ים (had·dū·ḏā·’îm) Article | Noun - masculine plural Strong's 1736: A boiler, basket, the mandrake send forth נָֽתְנוּ־ (nā·ṯə·nū-) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person common plural Strong's 5414: To give, put, set a fragrance, רֵ֗יחַ (rê·aḥ) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 7381: To smell, perceive odor and at וְעַל־ (wə·‘al-) Conjunctive waw | Preposition Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against our door פְּתָחֵ֙ינוּ֙ (pə·ṯā·ḥê·nū) Noun - masculine plural construct | first person common plural Strong's 6607: An opening, door, entrance way is every כָּל־ (kāl-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every delicacy, מְגָדִ֔ים (mə·ḡā·ḏîm) Noun - masculine plural Strong's 4022: A distinguished thing, something valuable, as a, product, fruit new חֲדָשִׁ֖ים (ḥă·ḏā·šîm) Adjective - masculine plural Strong's 2319: New as גַּם־ (gam-) Conjunction Strong's 1571: Assemblage, also, even, yea, though, both, and well as old, יְשָׁנִ֑ים (yə·šā·nîm) Adjective - masculine plural Strong's 3465: Old that I have treasured up צָפַ֥נְתִּי (ṣā·p̄an·tî) Verb - Qal - Perfect - first person common singular Strong's 6845: To hide, to hoard, reserve, to deny, to protect, to lurk for you, לָֽךְ׃ (lāḵ) Preposition | second person feminine singular Strong's Hebrew my beloved. דּוֹדִ֖י (dō·w·ḏî) Noun - masculine singular construct | first person common singular Strong's 1730: To love, a love-token, lover, friend, an uncle Links Song of Solomon 7:13 NIVSong of Solomon 7:13 NLT Song of Solomon 7:13 ESV Song of Solomon 7:13 NASB Song of Solomon 7:13 KJV Song of Solomon 7:13 BibleApps.com Song of Solomon 7:13 Biblia Paralela Song of Solomon 7:13 Chinese Bible Song of Solomon 7:13 French Bible Song of Solomon 7:13 Catholic Bible OT Poetry: Song of Solomon 7:13 The mandrakes give forth fragrance (Song Songs SS So Can) |
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