In the Song of Solomon, the lover's head is compared to Mount Carmel. What does this metaphor signify?
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Correct answer: Majesty, beauty, and lushness
Song of Solomon 7:5 uses the imagery of Carmel to describe the regal beauty of the beloved. The mountain was renowned in the ancient world for its dense forests and evergreen crown.
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