Solomon's Song: Translated and Explained, in Three Parts, I. The Manuduction, II. The Version, III. The Supplement (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Leonard Withington

9780484589932: Solomon's Song: Translated and Explained, in Three Parts, I. The Manuduction, II. The Version, III. The Supplement (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0484589938 ISBN 13: 9780484589932

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Explore the unity and drama of Solomon’s Song with a fresh, readable guide.

This translation and explanation presents the work in three parts—the Manuduction, the Version, and the Supplement—helping readers see how the poem fits the larger story of revelation and the wisdom of ancient poetry.

This edition argues for a dramatic, cohesive interpretation that treats the Song as a single, continuous dialogue. It discusses historical origins, the book’s unity, and how dramatic writing illuminates truth. It also offers guidance on interpreting other poetic parts of the Bible, with practical examples and careful cautions against common misreadings.

Clear case for reading the Song as a unified drama, not a collection of separate songs
Discussion of historical context and how it shapes the work’s design
Approaches to dramatic interpretation and the use of imagination in scripture
Advice on handling criticisms and recognizing sound exegetical methods

Ideal for readers of biblical literature, theology, and anyone curious about how ancient poetry conveys spiritual truth.

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