Song of Solomon 3:8

“They all hold swords, being expert in war: every man hath his sword upon his thigh because of fear in the night.”

"They all hold swords, being expert in war: every man hath his sword upon his thigh because of fear in the night." - Song of Solomon 3:8
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What does Song of Solomon 3:8 mean?

The verse Song of Solomon 3:8 in the King James Version of the Bible reads, "They all hold swords, being expert in war: every man hath his sword upon his thigh because of fear in the night." This verse is part of the love poem of the Song of Solomon, also known as the Song of…

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Warriors in the Night: A Call to Perseverance and Faith

In the biblical text from Song of Solomon 3:8, we read, “They all hold swords, being expert in war: every man hath his sword upon his thigh because of fear in the night.” This imagery of warriors whose swords are ready mirrors a significant truth found throughout scripture: the…

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A Prayer for Strength and Protection in the Night

O Almighty and Sovereign Lord, Creator of heaven and earth, we come before You in humility and reverence, seeking Your mighty arm of protection and strength as we navigate the uncertainties that life brings, especially in the darkened hours of the night. With the truth of Your…

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