"I adjure you, O daughters of Jerusalem, by the gazelles or the does of the field, that you not stir up or waken love until it pleases..." Song of Solomon 2:7 Three words describe love as a powerful force that shouldn't be unleash till the proper time.
Rayah (Song of Solomon 2:13; 4:7) Friend or companion, someone you enjoy spending time with. I would rather spend time with my wife then with anyone else in the world, because I like you.
Ahava (Song of Solomon 8:7) The commitment love means to joined with someone for richer or poor; inseparable, because of my commitment to be with you.
Dod (Song of Solomon 1:2; 7:6-7) The sexual passionate desire. Ones desire for their mate is so strong, they say no to everyone else.
In order to have fire you need three things: Oxygen, Heat, and Fuel. In the same way, it takes all three elements of love to be complete. If one element is missing, the relationship is diminished.
For single people, how are you on your Rayah? Are you ready to make a life time commitment? Learn the ability to control the Dod urges and desire, then when one gets married, they become a selfish lover. True love helps your mate through satisfaction.
