Song 8:1 | TNotes | STEP | Summary for Song 8:1-4: 8:1-4 The woman expresses her desire to be with the man and in his embrace. 8:1 If he were her brother she could kiss him publicly; romantic kisses were not appropriate in public, but kisses between blood relatives were acceptable.

‏ Song of Solomon 8:1

Summary for Song 8:1-4: 8:1-4 ^a The woman expresses her desire to be with the man and in his embrace. 8:1 ^b If he were her brother she could kiss him publicly; romantic kisses were not appropriate in public, but kisses between blood relatives were acceptable.