My hope is that this series will offer my readers a chance to consider the names, characteristics and descriptions of our God in the Word.
The remaining Names of God in this series might be considered descriptors, or characteristics of the Lord. We have reviewed the three primary Names of God, along with nineteen compound Names of God in our previous posts. As we venture through these descriptors of our God, I hope we will recognize all the many characteristics of our God that we tend to take for granted.
The Word is truly rich with descriptions of the Living God, and this effort of searching in the Word was quite illuminating. He truly is the ultimate subject of the Word, and His revelation of self-descriptions, or the accolades offered Him by His priests, prophets, kings apostles and faithful truly is a blessing.
May the Name of the Lord be praised, and by thinking on His name, may you have a blessed day.
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| CLUSTER OF HENNA BLOSSOMS |
| Song of Songs 1:14 My beloved is to me a cluster of henna blossoms in the vineyards of Engedi. |
| In the Song of Songs, Solomon writes of the passion between a farm girl and the mighty King of Israel. Often the love between the two is described in words of beauty and grace, speaking of their unrelenting desire for each other. In this verse, the farm girl is describing her love as a “cluster of henna blossoms”. At first glance, I thought this may describe a beautiful flower, a flower that provided a scent that was irresistible, a flower that was favored above all other flowers. All of that may be true, but when I did a bit of research I found the Hebrew word translated as henna blossoms is כֹּפֶר kôpher, ko’-fer, and is primarily describing a cover, and by extension describes a redemption price, a ransom, even a sum of money. Early in the Old Testament, this term was used to describe the pitch that covered the ark. Genesis 6:14 Make yourself an ark of gopher wood. Make rooms in the ark, and cover it inside and out with pitch. In our verse today, the farm girl refers to the King as her redemption, the ransom she needs for her life, her protection from danger and as a covering to keep her safe. So much more than simply a favored flower, but the very protection only the King could provide her, for she speaks of the Kings redemption as for her, that is .. to me He is a cluster of henna blossoms. This is her estimation of her lover. All the world might think something else of the King, but she knew He was her hope and life. She represents the ones who have trusted the Messiah for their hope and life. May we constantly be of the same desire as this lowly farm girl. |
I would love to hear of your favorite name, characteristic or description of the Living God. Please leave me a comment, and I will include it in the list!
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Your exploration of the Names and descriptors of God is truly enriching. It’s fascinating to delve into the Word and uncover the myriad ways in which God reveals Himself through His attributes and characteristics. The analogy of God as a “cluster of henna blossoms” in Song of Songs beautifully illustrates His role as our redeemer and protector, reflecting His profound care and love for us. Thank you for sharing this insightful reflection. May we continue to praise the Name of the Lord and find blessings in contemplating His attributes each day.
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Appreciate your encouragement. He is our blessing!!!
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Amen 🙏
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