THE SHULAMITE.

3 As an apple-tree among the wild trees,

So is my beloved among the youths. [[142]]

I delight to sit beneath its shade,

For delicious is its fruit to my taste.

4 He led me into that bower of delight,

And overshaded me with love.

5 Oh, strengthen me with grape-cakes, [[143]]

Refresh me with apples,

For I am sick with love!