Topic > Analysis of Bernard's "Song of Songs" - 1311

Throughout Bernard's collection of sermons, he justifies the central concerns of the "Song of Songs" within his selected works. Develops a creed of mystical contemplation, meditation and personal union with God. Using an allegorical approach, Bernard wrote of the “Song of Songs” and his sermons creating the metaphor of the church, emphasizing the importance of love in knowing service to God The “Song of Songs” has many interpretations within love poetry, and Bernard conveys them by discussing what the “Song of Songs” is, delves into what kisses are that indicate progression on the soul, describes who they are. the four types of spirits, and identifies the bride and groom. As Bernard discusses what the “Song of Songs” is, he first begins with his interpretation of the title and then delves into what the book is about. Bernard thinks that your experience reveals to you the meaning of these passages of Scripture, which are called “a song of passages” (page 214). In each of the steps he takes, whatever stage of life he is in, he can choose one of these songs to praise and give glory to God. No matter where you are in life, God will help you and give you one of his specific praises . The more you grow towards grace, the deeper you are in its faith. He talks about the "song of steps", but then enters into the singular dignity and sweetness of the "Song of Songs". The book is a poem about love as it should be, and he highlights and explains "the kiss" that is constantly depicted. «I will not find that a greater grace is poured out on me by him whom the Father has anointed with the oil of joy more than all his companions, if he deigns to kiss me with the kiss of his mouth» (Pa.. .... in the center of the card ... property of each other and nothing is held individually against each other. The two will share everything and the Bride will be forced to forget other people too this is why now the Bride and him Groom can feel love for their marriage. Bernardo, using his allegorical approach, helped others understand the meaning of his sermons on the “Song of Songs” and creating metaphors about different situations related to God and also about the importance of love. in learning about service to God Bernard helps to break down and examine what the title and meaning of the “Song of Songs” is, the interpretations of the kisses and the indication of the progression on the souls, dividing the classes of the four spirits, identifying and explaining more in depth that the Bride is the soul and the Groom is the Holy Spirit.