Old Testament
Book of Song of Solomon
A love poem between a bride and groom, told through dialogue and song. It celebrates desire, faithfulness and marriage, and many readers also hear in it an image of God's love for his people.
At a glance
Song of Solomon key facts
- Testament
- Old Testament
- Chapters
- 8
- Author
- Traditionally attributed to Solomon
- When it was written
- Traditionally the 10th century BC
- Main theme
- The beauty of committed love
- Key verse
- Song of Solomon 2:16
Summary
What is Song of Solomon about?
A love poem between a bride and groom, told through dialogue and song. It celebrates desire, faithfulness and marriage, and many readers also hear in it an image of God's love for his people.
Key verse
A key verse in Song of Solomon
“My beloved is mine, and I am his: he feeds among the lilies.”
8 chapters
Song of Solomon chapters
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Questions
Song of Solomon: common questions
Who wrote the book of Song of Solomon?
Traditionally attributed to Solomon.
When was Song of Solomon written?
Traditionally the 10th century BC.
What is the book of Song of Solomon about?
A love poem between a bride and groom, told through dialogue and song. It celebrates desire, faithfulness and marriage, and many readers also hear in it an image of God's love for his people.
How many chapters are in Song of Solomon?
Song of Solomon has 8 chapters, in the Old Testament.
What is a key verse in Song of Solomon?
Song of Solomon 2:16: “My beloved is mine, and I am his: he feeds among the lilies.” (KJV).
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