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As an apple tree among the trees of the forest,
    so is my beloved among the young men.
In his shade I sat down with delight,[a]
    and his fruit was sweet to my palate.

Banquet Hall of Love

He brought me to the house of the wine,
    and his intention was love toward me.
Sustain me with the raisins,
    refresh me with the apples,
for I am lovesick.[b]

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Footnotes

  1. Song of Solomon 2:3 Literally “I sat down and I delighted”
  2. Song of Solomon 2:5 Literally “for I myself am sick with love”