Old Testament · Poetry / Wisdom
The Book of Song of Songs
A celebration of covenant love.
A poetic celebration of marital love that also points to Christ's love for His bride.
Author and background of Song of Songs
Author
Solomon
Date written
c. 970-930 BC
Original audience
Married lovers; the worshiping church.
Solomonic era.
Major themes of Song of Songs
The theology of Song of Songs centers on god's character and glory and sin, grace, and redemption. Trace these threads as you read.
God's character and glory
Every page reveals more of who God is — His holiness, mercy, and steadfast love.
Sin, grace, and redemption
Scripture diagnoses our brokenness honestly and points us to the rescue God provides.
Covenant and promise
God binds Himself to His people in faithful, unbreakable promises fulfilled in Christ.
Worship and obedience
Faith expresses itself in a life of worship, repentance, and joyful obedience.
Key characters in Song of Songs
The Bride
Beloved.
The Bridegroom
Lover.
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Key verses from Song of Songs
"Love is strong as death."
How to apply Song of Songs today
Song of Songs is not just history — it is God's Word for your life this week. Try these practical steps:
- Read prayerfully, asking the Spirit to teach and convict you.
- Identify one truth about God and one truth about yourself in every chapter.
- Look for Christ — every book testifies of Him (Luke 24:27).
- Turn what you read into prayer and obedience this week.
Pray Song of Songs back to God
- Father, open my eyes to behold wondrous things in Your Word (Ps. 119:18).
- Lord, give me a soft heart that trembles at Your Word (Isa. 66:2).
- Spirit of God, conform me to Christ as I read.
- Help me to be a doer of the Word and not a hearer only (James 1:22).
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Song of Songs — frequently asked questions
+Who wrote the book of Song of Songs?
Solomon — written around c. 970-930 BC.
+What is the main message of Song of Songs?
A celebration of covenant love.
+How many chapters are in Song of Songs?
Song of Songs has 8 chapters.
+Who was Song of Songs written to?
Married lovers; the worshiping church.
+What are the key themes of Song of Songs?
God's character and glory; Sin, grace, and redemption; Covenant and promise; Worship and obedience.