swarthy
adjective (swarthier, swarthiest)
In Jewish tradition
The maiden in the Song of Songs says she is dark from working in the sun.
Interpretation. Tradition often reads the Song as a picture of God's love for Israel. The dark maiden stands for Israel, who has neglected her own vineyard. In the primary lessons: in stories a person is described by their dark skin and looks, such as a swarthy pedlar or a swarthy face
Meaning
Swarthy means having dark skin or a dark complexion, often from being in the sun. (old use) tree →
Examples
- Look not upon me, that I am swarthy, that the sun hath tanned me; my mother's sons were incensed against me, they made me keeper of the vineyards; but mine own vineyard have I not kept.' (Writings SNG.1.6, JPS 1917) tree →
- The sailor had a swarthy face. tree →
- A swarthy man sold spices at the market. tree →
- His swarthy skin shone in the sun. tree →
Note
nothing for maths
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