Alastair Roberts on the Song of Solomon

What is the Song of Solomon actually about? Brent talks with Dr. Alastair Roberts of the Theopolis Institute in the States.  (0:30) What is ‘The Song of Songs’? (3:05) How the book fits in with Israel’s covenant life; (5:10) Interpretation; (8:25) Allegory; (10:00) Garden imagery; (12:00) A drama; (14:15) Love; (16:00) Solomon as king and lover. The king in the Song; (20:10) Wisdom in the Song; (21:00) The wisdom of love. Links mentioned in this episode: alastairadversaria.com 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.