16 As the sun when it arises in the highest places of the Lord, so is the beauty of a good wife in her well-organized home. (WEB) 17 As the lamp that shines upon the holy lampstand, so is the beauty of the face on a well-proportioned body. (WEB) 18 As the golden pillars are upon a base of silver, so are beautiful feet with the breasts of one who is steadfast. (WEB)
Sirach 26:16–18
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Proverbs 12:3–5
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6 How fair and pleasant you are, O love, with your delights! 7 Your stature is like a palm tree; your breasts are clusters of fruit. 8 I said, “I will climb the palm tree; I will take hold of its fruit.” May your breasts be like clusters of the vine, the fragrance of…
Song of Solomon 4:3–5
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