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In biblical times, the bridegroom's attire and ornaments were significant, symbolizing joy, celebration, and the covenant of marriage. The adornments of a bridegroom are mentioned in various passages of Scripture, reflecting cultural practices and spiritual symbolism.

Isaiah 61:10 provides a vivid description of the bridegroom's adornment: "I will rejoice greatly in the LORD, my soul will exult in my God; for He has clothed me with garments of salvation and wrapped me in a robe of righteousness, as a bridegroom wears a priestly headdress, as a bride adorns herself with her jewels." Here, the bridegroom's attire is likened to that of a priest, indicating a sense of holiness and dedication. The "priestly headdress" suggests a crown or turban, signifying honor and dignity.

In the Song of Solomon, the imagery of the bridegroom is rich with symbolism. The bridegroom is often depicted in splendid attire, reflecting his love and commitment to the bride. The poetic language of the Song of Solomon highlights the beauty and splendor associated with the bridegroom's appearance, emphasizing the joy and celebration of the marital union.

The New Testament also uses the imagery of the bridegroom to convey spiritual truths. In Matthew 9:15, Jesus refers to Himself as the bridegroom: "Jesus replied, 'Can the guests of the bridegroom mourn while He is with them? The time will come when the bridegroom will be taken from them; then they will fast.'" Here, the presence of the bridegroom is associated with joy and celebration, while His absence signifies a time of longing and anticipation.

The adornment of the bridegroom is not only a reflection of cultural customs but also serves as a metaphor for the relationship between Christ and the Church. In Revelation 19:7-8, the marriage of the Lamb is described: "Let us rejoice and be glad and give Him the glory. For the marriage of the Lamb has come, and His bride has made herself ready. She was given clothing of fine linen, bright and pure." The fine linen represents the righteous acts of the saints, and the bridegroom, Christ, is adorned in glory and majesty.

Throughout Scripture, the ornaments of the bridegroom symbolize joy, purity, and the sacredness of the marriage covenant. They serve as a reminder of the spiritual union between Christ and His Church, reflecting the ultimate fulfillment of God's redemptive plan.

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Isaiah 61:10
I will greatly rejoice in the LORD, my soul shall be joyful in my God; for he has clothed me with the garments of salvation, he has covered me with the robe of righteousness, as a bridegroom decks himself with ornaments, and as a bride adorns herself with her jewels.
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The First Rule of Tichonius.
... For a single person is represented as saying, "He hath decked me as a bridegroom
with ornaments, and adorned me as a bride with jewels" [1899] and yet it is ...
/.../augustine/on christian doctrine in four books /chapter 31 the first rule of.htm

March 7 Morning
... in the Lord, my soul shall be joyful in my God; for he hath clothed me with the
garments of salvation, as a bridegroom decketh himself with ornaments, and as a ...
/.../anonymous/daily light on the daily path/march 7 morning.htm

The First is About the Lord and his Body...
... For a single person is represented as saying, "He has decked me as a bridegroom
with ornaments, and adorned me as a bride with jewels;" and yet it is, of course ...
/.../augustine/on christian doctrine in four books/chapter 44 the first is.htm

He Made the Pillars Thereof of Silver, the Couch of Gold, the ...
... to be honored in this life with the nuptials of the heavenly Bridegroom, than it ...
being full of love, are also adorned with all the fruits and ornaments of love ...
/.../guyon/song of songs of solomon/10 he made the pillars.htm

On the Words of the Gospel, Matt. xxii. 42, Where the Lord Asks ...
... us); that ye may know then that this whole is One Christ, He said by Isaiah, "He
hath bound a mitre on me as a bridegroom, and clothed me with ornaments as a ...
/.../sermons on selected lessons of the new testament/sermon xli on the words.htm

On Baptism.
... clothed me with a garment of salvation, and a robe of gladness: He hath crowned
me with a garland as a bridegroom [575] , and decked me with ornaments as a ...
/.../cyril/lectures of s cyril of jerusalem/lecture iii on baptism.htm

February 1 Evening
... he hath clothed me with the garments of salvation, he hath covered me with the robe
of righteousness, as a bridegroom decketh himself with ornaments, and as a ...
/.../anonymous/daily light on the daily path/february 1 evening.htm

August 14 Morning
... he hath clothed me with the garments of salvation, he hath covered me with the robe
of righteousness, as a bridegroom decketh himself with ornaments, and as a ...
/.../anonymous/daily light on the daily path/august 14 morning.htm

Fruits of Recognized Union
... her unaffected question, "What will ye see in the Shulamite?" The Bridegroom Himself
replies ... From its beauty it was one of the ornaments of Solomon's, as it is ...
/.../taylor/union and communion/section v fruits of recognized.htm

Its Results
... He hath clothed me with the garments of salvation, He hath covered me with the robe
of righteousness, as a bridegroom decketh himself with ornaments, and as a ...
//christianbookshelf.org/pink/the doctrine of justification/10 its results.htm