1. Cantique des Cantiques 1:7 (NEG79)
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Why does she refer to her beloved as the one whom her soul loves?

Cantique des Cantiques 1:7 (NEG79)

7 Dis-moi, ô toi que mon cœur aime, Où tu fais paître tes brebis, Où tu les fais reposer à midi; Car pourquoi serais-je comme une égarée Près des troupeaux de tes compagnons?

The young woman addresses her beloved again and she refers to him as the one whom her soul loves. This speaks of a love that goes much deeper than just physical attraction. It is an all-encompassing love that satisfies all her desires.