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General Information:
There are many similes in this chapter. Their purpose is to describe the beauty of the woman. The woman is described as the epitome of beauty in ancient Israel. In 7:1-9 the man speaks to the woman. In some versions this is 7:2, the second verse of chapter seven.
How beautiful your feet appear in your sandals
"Your feet are so very beautiful in your sandals"
prince's daughter
"you who have a noble character."
The curves of your thighs are like jewels
"The curves of your thighs are beautiful like the beautiful curves of jewel that a skilled craftsman has made". The word "thighs" refers to the hips of a woman and the part of her legs that is above her knee.
the work of the hands of a master craftsman
"the work of a master craftsman"