1. Song of Songs (Song of Solomon)
Poetical Books
Job
Psalms Proverbs
Ecclesiastes
Song of Songs (Song of Solomon)

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Psalms

3. The crucifixion & resurrection Of Jesus Christ our Lord!
Introduction
The Bible contains stories of the greatest EVILS
betrayals, revenge, deception, and
The ultimate Prince of Deception: Satan
The Bible contains stories of the greatest GOOD
miracles, achievements, courage, and
The greatest sacrifice for you and me
The crucifixion & resurrection
Of Jesus Christ our Lord!

4. Psalms: Israel’s Hymnal of David’s Line
Hebrew “PRAISES” sung with a stringed instrument
Poetry with strong theology (of sounds not rhythm) – written over 1000 years, 30+ Psalms we have original manuscript
150 Psalms: 73 David, 12 Asaph (temple singers – 50, 73-83), 1 Moses (90), 1 Ethan (89), 12 Sons of Korah (swallowed by land – 7 generations to Samson –42-49,84,85,87,88), 2 Solomon (72,127), 50 Anonymous (note: all scholars do not agree)
Scholars divide into the following sections:
1 – 41 about man or “The Genesis Package”
42 – 72 about deliverance or “Exodus Book”
73 – 89 about sanctuary or “Leviticus Book”
90 – 106 about unrest/wandering or “Numbers”
107 – 150 about Word of the Lord or “Deuteronomy”
Coming of the Messiah 700 years before: 2,8,16,22-24,40,41,45,68,69,87,89,102,110,118

5. Think About the following:
Final Thoughts
Think About the following:
Jesus singing Psalms walking to Jerusalem
Temple singers of Psalms at David’s coronation

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Proverbs

7. Proverbs: Important Truths
10th Century BC Author: Solomon & Others
Solomon known to have written 3000 proverbs
Proverbs common to all nations in ancient world
Practical Instructions – Colorful Writing
A fair woman without discretion is like a jewel of gold in a swine’s snout
Don’t try to read whole book – meditate small parts
31 Proverbs – read one per day maybe?

8. Wisdom of Ancient Israel
Offers instruction and examples of godly living
Shapes character, promotes keeping commandments
Learning to FEAR THE LORD
God is the source and giver of WISDOM
Wise men of royal court compiled and taught them
WISDOM CAN BE TAUGHT
WISDOM CAN BE LEARNED

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Ecclesiastes

10. Ecclesiastes: Seasons of Life
Author: Solomon 10th Century BC Ecclesiastes is Greek translation from Septuigent. Hebrew “qoheleth” implies author is a preacher/teacher Solomon’s autobiography – and his experiences – his quest for the good life then death then afterlife Futility of riches and life, Obeying rules, Death is certain, Beware Kinda sad throughout book. Material things cannot satisfy the soul – HE TRIED! Fear God and keep his commandments – duty of man!

11. Message ALL COMES FROM THE HAND OF GOD! Pursue a God-centered life.
Frustration and adversity are unavoidable.
Pleasure of life are not lasting satisfaction.
Life offers good times and bad, no pattern.
Adversity may not be enjoyable – helps make us people of faith that we ought to be.
ALL COMES FROM THE HAND OF GOD!

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Song of Songs

13. Song of Songs – Song of Solomon
Author: Solomon th Century BC
Describes loveliness of womanhood and beauty of nature – sexual content in the writing of the book.
Love Letters. Jewish rabbis wouldn’t let anyone study til age 30+
STORY OF CINDERELLA – except evil stepbrothers!!!!!!!
Interpreted:
Solomon’s love for a Shulammite Girl, his Bride
God’s love for His covenant people, Israel
Christ’s love for His church, His heavenly bride