The Bible’s Song of Solomon 4:8 spoke of “the mountains of leopards” in that part of the world. Marauding Romans trapped the desert cats and brought them back to fight in their gladiator arenas.

Explore 8 Solomon Burke songs that capture his legendary soul sound. From gospel-rooted ballads to gritty R&B grooves, this ...

2 1 I am a rose of Sharon, a lily of the valleys. 2 Like a lily among thorns is my darling among the young women.. 3 Like an apple tree among the trees of the forest is my beloved among the young men.