Alastair Roberts on Song of Solomon – Chapter 1

What’s the role of nature in Chapter 1 of the Song? Brent talks with Dr. Alastair Roberts of the Theopolis Institute in the States.  (0:25) How the Song begins; (1:45) Desire; (6:00) Wine and oil in verses 2-4; (7:20) The chorus; (8:45) Who is the woman? (10:20) Solomon’s response in v 8; (11:00) v 9; (12:20) v 11; (12:45) Scent in verses 12-14; (15:00) Nature; (17:40) v 15-17; (18:15) The king and Israel and Israel and God; (20:25) Jesus and the church. Links mentioned in this episode: theopolisinstitute.com Leave some feedback: What should we talk about? Please let us know in the comments. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please give us a rating and leave a short review. Connect with us: [email protected] godsstorypodcast.com Become a Supporter: If you’d like to help us make more great episodes like this one, please consider becoming a Patreon supporter. For as little as $5 a month, you’ll receive early access to new episodes plus bonus episodes and other goodies from time to time, and our undying gratitude. patreon.com/godsstorypodcast Thanks to our sponsors, Liquid Edge Creative who take care of the technical stuff behind the scenes.