Song of Songs in the Bible

[fromIslam2Christ]

One book that has always puzzled me in the Bible is the Song of Songs. I always struggle with it, because I don't understand its purpose, what it is trying to teach. And also it seems to be so much about a (sexual) love affair that I don't see the theology or spirituality behind it (?).

[Guest HIS girl]

A simplistic explaination:

An example of the relationship between God and the Body (Church/Believers) - passionate/all loving.

an example of male/female relationship - husband/wife.

I think it is an absolute necessary part of Scripture.

When studied, the Holy Spirit teaches you much through it - it's not all about "sex/male female" passion - there is more too it.

Really shows a 'more human" side to our Mighty God doesn't it? Something we can all relate to, yet some find it a little awkward to see God in that light - understandable.

[mizzdy]

Its almost like God is wooing His bride. I see it as teaching about marriage, how to remain chaste, faithfulness and commited to one another.

[Guest HIS girl]

I'd just like to expand on what I originally said in case some folks think SOS is all sexual and nothing else

My neice is currently going through chemotherapy treatments for agressive leukeamia - physically, the medications have taken their toll on her - during my quiet time and prayer for her, the Holy Spirit guided me to this verse in SOS...:

CHAPTER 4 VERSE 7:

Everything about you is beautiful, my love;

you are without a flaw.

I was in tears knowing that is how God sees my neice -

(I hope this verse also encourages anyone reading this who feel low with self worth - you are extremely unique and precious in God's sight)

[nebula]

One book that has always puzzled me in the Bible is the Song of Songs. I always struggle with it, because I don't understand its purpose, what it is trying to teach.

Here's someone else who could use some help

[Fez]

One book that has always puzzled me in the Bible is the Song of Songs. I always struggle with it, because I don't understand its purpose, what it is trying to teach.

Here's someone else who could use some help

Thanks Nebula Now I understand the book much better!

[nebula]

You're welcome!

I aim to please.

[Blien]

I was going to respond but what HIS Girl said was right on.. there's your answer.. And Nebula's comic relief was not bad either lol...

[fromIslam2Christ]

Thanks lol. This really threw me off, I almost spit out my water!!

HiS Girl, thanks, thats what I kind of told myself, that maybe it could mean the bride (the church) and Christ (groom)??

[enoob57]

I'd just like to expand on what I originally said in case some folks think SOS is all sexual and nothing else

My neice is currently going through chemotherapy treatments for agressive leukeamia - physically, the medications have taken their toll on her - during my quiet time and prayer for her, the Holy Spirit guided me to this verse in SOS...:

CHAPTER 4 VERSE 7:

Everything about you is beautiful, my love;

you are without a flaw.

I was in tears knowing that is how God sees my neice -

(I hope this verse also encourages anyone reading this who feel low with self worth - you are extremely unique and precious in God's sight)

That is the truth!