The bride needs to keep proper decency in regards her public behaviour towards her groom (v1). A fire has been lit and she longs for the privacy of home to be with her groom (v2-3).

For the third time we’re reminded not to stir up love until the right time (v4). This means waiting for the best God-given love, but it also speaks of the danger of arousing erotic love outside of marriage.

The bride refers to her groom’s birth with thanksgiving (v5) and then speaks of the power of love (v6-7). This is of course good in the right setting of marriage, but very dangerous if this love is awakened outside of marriage.

There is a statement here (v8-9) here of protecting the purity of the young. This is very appropriate in this sex-mad society we live in. We need to build strong walls and doors around our children and young people. In a world where God’s plan for intimate love in marriage alone is scorned, believers need to be resolute in declaring how God’s standards do not change. This is a great challenge but also a wonderful opportunity to be different for the Lord.

The bride who began with shyness (1 v5-6), is finishing this song with confidence (v10-12). This has come from her groom’s love. Husbands and wives should help give each other confidence, but ultimately the confidence comes from Christ. This comes as the cycle of love continues (v13-14).