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How do we interpret the Song of Solomon?

October 3, 2008

Michael Spencer (iMonk) takes exception to what many evangelical preachers have said about the book:

“The Song of Solomon simply isn’t a detailed instruction manual for marriage and sex. It’s ancient middle eastern love poetry. It’s sensual and it speaks to the gift of sexuality in God’s good creation.”

And just for fun: a literal depiction of Solomon’s beloved by ASBO Jesus:

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2 Responses to “How do we interpret the Song of Solomon?”

  1. Song of Solomon Depicted Literally « Theology & Culture on October 5th, 2008 3:56 pm

    [...] of Solomon Depicted Literally The DailyScroll pointed me to this fun literal depiction of the lover in Solomon’s [...]

  2. Brittnee on October 28th, 2008 6:06 pm

    Good for people to know.

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