A Love Story Song of Solomon 2:8-13

Song of Solomon (also known as Song of Songs) contains a number of poetic songs. Today we examine the one offered in this week's Lectionary readings and discuss whether it is written between two earthly figures (King Solomon and a peasant Bride) or as a metaphor for God and God's Bride (the church), or some combination of both. Whatever interpretation we gravitate towards, these ancient words of Love poetry and song are to be respected and cherished. They tell us a lot about the God of Love and inspire us to reflect that Love to a weary world. 

Music between the scripture and sermon "Though I May Speak" (Voices United hymnal #372). Words: Hal H. Hopson, 1972. Music: traditional English melody, adapted by Hal H. Hopson, 1972. Words and Music copyright by Hope Publish Co., 1972. Podcast/Streamed with Permission under One License Number: A-607425 & CCLI 2453477