Old TestamentPoetry / Wisdom
Book of Song of Solomon
The Book of Song of Solomon was written by Solomon (c. 965 BC) and contains 8 chapters and 117 verses. Key themes include Love, Beauty, Devotion.
8
Chapters
117
Verses
Solomon
Author
965 BC
Date Written
Overview
Song of Solomon celebrates romantic love and marriage, while also picturing the love between God and His people.
Purpose
To celebrate the beauty of marital love and picture the intimate relationship between God and His people.
Historical Context
Written during Solomon's reign, drawing on his early experience of pure love.