Lord, I don't know where this is going, or how this all works out.
Lead me to peace that is past understanding. A peace beyond all doubt.

 

This poem describes the joy and ecstasy of love. It has been understood both as a picture of God's love for Israel and of Christ's love for the Church.

CHAPTER

1  The Bride and the Daughters of Jerusalem
The Bride and the Bridegroom
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3  The Bride's Reverie
The Wedding Procession
4  The Bridegroom Praises the Bride
5  The Distress of Separation
The Bride Praises the Bridegroom
6  The Mutual Delight of the Bride and Bridegroom
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8  Love Is Strong as Death