1 I’m just a wildflower picked from the plains of Sharon,a lotus blossom from the valley pools.
2 A lotus blossoming in a swamp of weeds—that’s my dear friend among the girls in the village.
3-4 As an apricot tree stands out in the forest,my lover stands above the young men in town.All I want is to sit in his shade,to taste and savor his delicious love.He took me home with him for a festive meal,but his eyes feasted on me!
5-6 Oh! Give me something refreshing to eat—and quickly!Apricots, raisins—anything. I’m about to faint with love!His left hand cradles my head,and his right arm encircles my waist!