Wed, 26 April, 2006: Today’s Bible readings.
The Song of Songs, which is Solomon’s.
I will not hide the fact that this is book is difficult to understand in spiritual terms. It is a book lauding the sexual love between husband and wife. Most of the sermons I have heard on from this book allegories it to teach the relationship between Christ and the church. In most cases it seems like they are stretching the point to spiritualize the text. I’m not really satisfied that I understand the true meaning of this text. Nevertheless, it is scripture, and therefore we can use it to learn of Christ.
What do we learn from this?
This is written by Solomon or possibly for Solomon. He is the son of David, and the king of the still united Israel. He is the promised son who sits on the throne in David’s place, and as such, is the predecessor of Jesus Christ. Solomon is the wisest man, based upon his request for God to grant him the wisdom he needed to rule the people. He is also greatly talented, writing numerous proverbs and songs. It certainly is in character for him to also write the great work of literature.
Where is Christ in this passage?
Solomon is a great man who had many great faults. But he is also a picture of Christ for us, as David’s son, reigning over his people. In this book, it is believable for him to represent Christ and his wife to represent the church. Hopefully as we go through this book, we will be able to better understand Christ and his church.
