Matthew Poole and continuators on Song of Solomon 1:17

17 The beams of our house are cedar , and our rafters of firre .

Not only strong and incorruptible, but also fragrant and delightful. Though I am in my self but a mean and rustick person, yet the House to which I invite thee, and where thou and I shall dwell together, is, by thy favour, built with Cedar. Whereby is here signified the stability of Gods Church upon Earth, which is called Gods House, 1 Tim. 3. 15. and the firmness and sureness of Gods Word and Promises.

The lesser Beams. Or, as it is rendred in our Margent, and by others, Galleries, wherein we may walk.

Or, as the ancients and others render it, of Cypress, which was used in buildings, which also was strong and fragrant, and therefore suits well with Cedars.

Marginal references: Or, galleries.