Read Song of Solomon in the King James Version, with a plain-language reading beneath every verse. Here are a few to start with.
From Song of Solomon
The song of songs, which is Solomon’s.
The passionate love poem, belonging to Solomon.
Let him kiss me with the kisses of his mouth: for thy love is better than wine.
May he shower me with his affectionate kisses, for your love surpasses the sweetest wine.
Who is this that cometh out of the wilderness like pillars of smoke, perfumed with myrrh and frankincense, with all powders of the merchant?
Who is this emerging from the wilderness, like columns of smoke, scented with myrrh and frankincense, carrying all the fragrant treasures of a trader?
My beloved is gone down into his garden, to the beds of spices, to feed in the gardens, and to gather lilies.
My dear one has ventured into his garden, amidst the fragrant herbs, to nourish himself and collect beautiful lilies.
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