This noun appears in Song of Solomon 5:13, in the woman's poetic description of her beloved: "His cheeks are like beds of spices, yielding perfumes." The imagery is extravagant and sensual—the man's face compared to garden beds overflowing with aromatic plants. The term specifically denotes fragrant preparations or perfumes, emphasizing olfactory beauty. Ancient Near Eastern love poetry often employed botanical and aromatic imagery to convey beauty and desire. The plural suggests abundance—not a single scent but a complex, luxurious bouquet. This language of perfumes and spices runs throughout the Song, making love tangible through sensory experience.