Song of Solomon

Summary

We find Paul D. Wegner’s Song of Solomon in the Tyndale Old Testament Commentaries a helpful guide for reading this book with reverence, sobriety, and joy. He keeps us in the poetry, he traces the argument of the song, and he resists both embarrassment and excess.

The commentary is strongest when it shows us how imagery, repetition, and structure shape the book’s meaning. We are helped to see why the text speaks of love in such rich language, and why Scripture is not shy about the goodness of covenant delight.

Why Should I Own This Commentary?

We should own this commentary when we need a trustworthy path between careless allegory and flat moralism. Wegner keeps us attentive to what the words actually say, and he helps us avoid importing modern assumptions into ancient love poetry.

We also benefit from his pastoral restraint. He gives enough orientation to teach the text clearly, while leaving room for careful application suited to our people, their ages, and their struggles.

For preaching and teaching, this volume serves those of us who want to honour the Bible’s candour, protect consciences, and still celebrate the Creator’s good gifts within His wise boundaries.

Closing Recommendation

We recommend this as a strong mid level companion for teaching Song of Songs, especially for pastors who want clarity on structure and imagery. Pair it with a more specialised study if you need extended discussion of interpretive history, but for steady preparation it does the essential work well.

As pastoral next steps, we can visit the Bible Book Overview, browse Top Recommendations, and use the Reformed Commentary Index to build a wiser working library.