The book of Cantares, also known as Canticle of Canticles, is a collection of poems that describe the love between a couple. In chapter 6, verses 8 to 10, the author of the book compares the beauty of the engaged woman and the mature woman. But what do these verses teach us about female beauty?
The author begins by describing the beauty of the bride, using poetic and metaphorical language. He compares her to a company of armies and claims that her beauty dazzles like unfurled flags. The engaged woman is seen as a young woman of exuberant beauty, who has not yet been touched by time and life’s challenges.
However, the author does not fail to appreciate the beauty of a mature woman. He claims that there are sixty queens, eighty concubines and countless young women, but that his beloved is unique and perfect. It highlights the beauty of her eyes, which shine behind her veil, and her figure, which is like that of a majestic palm tree.
These verses teach us that female beauty is not just a matter of youth and physical perfection. A mature woman is equally beautiful, even if the marks of time are evident on her body and face. True beauty comes from within, from what a woman is in her heart and soul. That’s why the author of the Song of Songs values his beloved so much, regardless of her age or physical appearance.
That message is relevant today, in a society that often values youth and physical beauty over other qualities. True beauty is that which comes from within, from wisdom, kindness, generosity and humility. These are the qualities that make a woman truly beautiful in the eyes of God and men.
In summary, the book of Cantares teaches us that a woman’s beauty goes beyond her physical appearance. The beauty of the engaged woman is exuberant and dazzling, but the beauty of the mature woman is equally precious and unique. Both are valuable in the eyes of God, and true beauty comes from the heart and soul of a woman.
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