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Study the Book of 

Song of Solomon

A guide to understanding the structure, themes, and message of 

Song of Solomon

Overview

Song of Solomon is a poetic celebration of love, marriage, and faithful devotion, portraying the beauty and dignity of covenant love.

Quick Facts

Date

c. 970–930 BC

Author

Traditionally attributed to Solomon

Testament

Old Testament

Biblical Division

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Literary Genre

Love poetry

Purpose

To celebrate the goodness of covenant love and the beauty of marital devotion as part of God’s design for human relationships.

Historical & Biblical Context

Song of Solomon belongs to the wisdom literature of the Old Testament and presents a series of poetic exchanges between lovers. Traditionally associated with Solomon, the book reflects the cultural setting of ancient Israel while expressing universal themes of love, longing, commitment, and delight within marriage. Unlike narrative books, Song of Solomon unfolds through lyrical dialogue, imagery, and repeated poetic refrains. The poetry celebrates attraction, emotional closeness, and the exclusivity of covenant love. Within the broader biblical context, the book affirms that love and marriage are part of God’s good creation. Its language has often been interpreted both literally as a celebration of human marriage and, in later Jewish and Christian reflection, symbolically as a picture of faithful love between God and His people.</p>

Structure 

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Major Themes

Key Passages

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How to Study

Song of Solomon

Guided Study Path

If you're not sure where to begin, this pathway breaks the book into study units that can be carefully observed and meditated on in one sitting, though they don't have to be. Study 1, for example, can take several days, while Study 2 may be only one day. It's intentionally not broken into timed units, so that you can move at your own pace and spend time with each passage.

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Dig Deeper into 

Song of Solomon

Our Bible study guides walk through each book with structured questions that help you observe the text carefully, trace major themes, and understand how the message fits within the larger story of Scripture. The Study Guide can be used individually or with the Leader Guide in a group setting.

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