9
You remind me of Pharaoh's well-groomed and satiny mares.
10
Pendant earrings line the elegance of your cheeks; strands of jewels illumine the curve of your throat.
11
I'm making jewelry for you, gold and silver jewelry that will mark and accent your beauty.
12
When my King-Lover lay down beside me, my fragrance filled the room.
13
His head resting between my breasts - the head of my lover was a sachet of sweet myrrh.
Published by permission. Originally published by NavPress in English as THE MESSAGE: The Bible in Contemporary Language copyright 2002 by Eugene Peterson. All rights reserved.