DEVINE ROMANCE PIECE
the Bridegroom (Christ) and His Bride (the church)
Theme song: Tyshan Knight - In Love
I know a special secret
Every bit is worth the wait
Let's keep some mystery for now,
The reward worth the journey.
Ive heard soft devine whispers in my ear,
Guiding my every steps, never wavering,
Felt the touch of Spirit on my soul,
Igniting an unquenchable fire deep within.
I know of a love, well deep,
And it pours into me till i overflow,
Inviting others to partake in His love,
Not to be hoarded but shared.
For His love is smoother than molasses,
Taste sweeter than honey,
The savor of rich dark chocolate,
The sweet aroma drawing me in to His orbit.
Ive left the earth and transcended to heaven above,
In the glorious presence of the King of Kings,
His devotion is just as clear as mine,
That made the Bridegroom cry out as thus:
“ Thou hast ravished my heart, my sister, my spouse; thou hast ravished my heart with one of thine eyes, with one chain of thy neck.
How fair is thy love, my sister, my spouse! how much better is thy love than wine! and the smell of thine ointments than all spices!
Thy lips, O my spouse, drop as the honeycomb: honey and milk are under thy tongue; and the smell of thy garments is like the smell of Lebanon.”
And me, the bride finally says:
I am my beloved's, and my beloved is mine.
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symbolism explained;
1. The “chain” or “necklace” metaphor here is especially rich:
Captivation / Bondage of Love – The chain represents a binding that is not oppressive, but delightfully binding. In the context of Christ and His bride (the Church or the soul), it symbolizes the irresistible love of Christ drawing the believer into union with Him. It’s a voluntary surrender, a heart captivated by divine love.
Adornment and Value – Chains and necklaces in ancient times were symbols of beauty, honor, and worth. Christ’s “chain” can be seen as the beautiful adornment of His covenantal love: His love doesn’t enslave; it glorifies and dignifies the bride.
Intimacy and Security – Chains can also signify connection, an unbroken link. The chain of Christ’s love binds the bride to Him in intimate, secure communion. It’s a spiritual tether that ensures the believer cannot be separated from Him.
The chain is a metaphor for Christ’s love that captivates, adorns, and securely binds His bride. It represents both the delight and the commitment of divine love—a love that is sweet, fragrant, binding, but never burdensome.
2. Love better than wine – Wine in Scripture often represents joy, celebration, and abundance. Christ’s love surpasses even the richest earthly pleasures. The bride’s love or devotion is intoxicating—not in a way that overwhelms, but in a way that brings delight, fulfillment, and spiritual ecstasy.
Fragrance of oils better than any spice – Oils and spices were prized for their aroma, healing qualities, and sacred use in worship. Here, it reflects the sacred, holy, and pleasing nature of the love between Christ and His bride. The “fragrance” suggests that true love produces a spiritual sweetness and a pleasing aroma to God—a love that is sanctifying and restorative.
Metaphorically – Line 10 expresses that the intimate, covenantal love between Christ and His bride surpasses all earthly pleasures. It’s both joyful and sacred; it’s a love that captivates the heart and nourishes the soul.
In a nutshell: it’s a line that celebrates the surpassing sweetness, richness, and sacred delight of divine love—the kind that no earthly pleasure can equal.
3. “Lips drop sweetness as the honeycomb” – Honey is a natural symbol of delight, abundance, and nourishment. This represents the sweetness and richness of love between Christ and His bride. In spiritual terms, it reflects the life-giving and satisfying nature of communion with Christ, the words of love, truth, and grace He pours into the believer’s life.
“Milk and honey under your tongue” – Milk often symbolizes nourishment and foundational growth (as in 1 Peter 2:2, “desire the pure milk of the word”). Honey represents pleasure and delight. Together, they show that the bride’s love (or the soul’s response to Christ) is both nourishing and joyous, sustaining spiritual life and growth.
“Fragrance of your garments like the fragrance of Lebanon” – Lebanon was famed for its cedars and aromatic trees. Fragrance in Scripture often symbolizes a life pleasing to God (e.g., offerings, incense). Here, it reflects that the bride’s life, adorned with love and devotion, is a fragrant offering to Christ—a visible and spiritual delight.
In short: Verse 11 portrays the intimate, nourishing, and delightful experience of divine love. Christ’s love (or the bride’s love in response) is sweet, sustaining, and aromatic—it invigorates the soul, nourishes the spirit, and delights both God and the believer.
