Commentaries:
Jamieson, Fausset, and Brown
pillars—strength and steadfastness. Contrast man's "legs" (Ecclesiastes 12:3). Allusion to the temple (I Kings 5:8-9; I Kings 7:21), the "cedars" of "Lebanon" (Psalms 147:10). Jesus Christ's "legs" were not broken on the cross, though the thieves' were; on them rests the weight of our salvation (Psalms 75:3).
sockets of fine gold—His sandals, answering to the bases of the pillars; "set up from everlasting" (Proverbs 8:22-23). From the head (Song of Solomon 5:11) to the feet, "of fine gold." He was tried in the fire and found without alloy.
countenance—rather, "His aspect," including both mien and stature (compare II Samuel 23:21, Margin; with I Chronicles 11:23). From the several parts, she proceeds to the general effect of the whole person of Jesus Christ.
Lebanon—so called from its white limestone rocks.
excellent—literally, "choice," that is, fair and tall as the cedars on Lebanon (Ezekiel 31:3, etc.). Majesty is the prominent thought (Psalms 21:5). Also the cedars' duration (Hebrews 1:11); greenness (Luke 23:31), and refuge afforded by it (Ezekiel 17:22-23).
Other Jamieson, Fausset, and Brown entries containing Song of Solomon 5:15:
Ecclesiastes 12:3
Song of Solomon 7:5
Isaiah 4:2
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