O thou whom my soul loveth] The Spouse being in trouble, or in danger of seduction, desireth to know where she may be safe under her husbands protection. where thou makest thy flock to rest at noon] In time of trouble and danger, when the sun shines hottest, Matth. 13. 6, 21. as one that turneth aside] Or, as one that is vailed. by the flocks of thy companions?] Meaning, false prophets, who made themselves shepherds like Christ, 2 Corinthians 11:13. Revelation 2:2.