Delight of Love - Song of Solomon - Chapter 2

The insecurity of the Shulamite is overcome in the opening of Chapter 2.  She now refers to herself as "The rose of Sharon and the lily of the valley".  The king quickly confirms her self declaration and says, "Yes, you are the lily among thorns so is my love among the dauthers".  She sees her great favor as his choice for her over all other women.  Much different than chapter one where she feels the king may reject her because of her deep tan from working in the vineyard.  She even veiled her face to hide from him.  But in chapter two her security is overcome by the strong words of acceptance and love from the king. The power of words begins to strengthen her confidence and he confirms his love over and over again. Their relationship begins to develop as she lets down her guard and receives the kings love. The very thing that she thought might turn the king away from her, which was her working in the field and watch the goats, was the thing that attracted him.  He invited her closer to his tent and began his interest in her.  Rachel was noticed because she went to get the water at the well, but ended up watering the camels of Ishmael. It is in the duties of life that we find the greatest opportunities.  We see the Shulamite just growing in confidence as the king speaks words of affirmation and love over her.