Alastair Roberts – Song of Solomon chapter 8

2026-02-04

How is love connected with the flame of God in chapter 8? Brent talks with Dr. Alastair Roberts of the Theopolis Institute in the States. (0:50) Chapter 8 and the first 2 chapters; (3:55) vs 1-2; (6:15) Christ and his church; (8:50) v 5; (10:10) The apple tree; (11:25) Love and death in verses 6-7; (13: 25) Love and the flame of God; (15:30) v 8-14; (19:40) The end of the Song; (22:30) The Song in summary. Links mentioned in this ...

How is love connected with the flame of God in chapter 8?

Brent talks with Dr. Alastair Roberts of the Theopolis Institute in the States.

(0:50) Chapter 8 and the first 2 chapters;
(3:55) vs 1-2;
(6:15) Christ and his church;
(8:50) v 5;
(10:10) The apple tree;
(11:25) Love and death in verses 6-7;
(13: 25) Love and the flame of God;
(15:30) v 8-14;
(19:40) The end of the Song;
(22:30) The Song in summary.

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:

godsstorypodcast@gmail.com

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.

Comments (3)