The Bible addresses various aspects of the human body, including breasts, in different contexts. Here are a few examples of Bible verses that mention breasts:
Song of Solomon 1:13 - My beloved is to me a pouch of myrrh, which lies between my breasts. (ESV) This verse is part of a poetic expression of love and intimacy between two lovers, using the imagery of perfume (myrrh) placed between the breasts to symbolize the beloved’s presence and fragrance in the speaker’s life.
Song of Solomon 4:5 - Your two breasts are like two fawns, twins of a gazelle, that graze among the lilies. (ESV) This verse continues the poetic and symbolic language of the Song of Solomon, comparing the beloved’s breasts to fawns, emphasizing beauty, gentleness, and grace.
Song of Solomon 7:3 - Your two breasts are like two fawns, twins of a gazelle. (ESV) Similar to Song of Solomon 4:5, this verse uses the same imagery to describe the beloved’s breasts, reinforcing the themes of beauty and allure.
Song of Solomon 8:10 - I was a wall, and my breasts were like towers; then I was in his eyes as one who finds peace. (ESV) Here, the speaker describes herself as a wall (symbolizing strength and integrity) and her breasts as towers, indicating maturity and beauty. The verse suggests a state of being valued and at peace in the eyes of the beloved.
Isaiah 66:11 - that you may nurse and be satisfied from her consoling breast; that you may drink deeply with delight from her glorious abundance. (ESV) In this prophetic context, Isaiah speaks of Zion (Jerusalem) as a mother, comforting and nourishing her children. The image of nursing and satisfaction from her breast symbolizes God’s provision and comfort for His people.
Isaiah 28:9 - “To whom will he teach knowledge, and to whom will he explain the message? Those who are weaned from the milk, taken away from the breast.” (ESV) This verse uses the analogy of weaning from the breast to describe the transition from childish things to more mature understanding, suggesting a readiness to receive deeper teachings.
These verses illustrate how the Bible uses the imagery of breasts in various metaphors, from expressions of love and beauty to symbols of nourishment, comfort, and maturity. Each context provides a unique perspective on the human experience, emphasizing different aspects of relationships, growth, and divine care.
