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Ezekiel 1

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^{Ezekiel 1:1 [1]} Some theologians believe the Song of Solomon to be a collection of songs, but it is more generally understood to be a sort of drama or lyric poem celebrating the wholesomeness of a growing love that leads to maturity in marriage. The ancient rabbis understood it as an allegory of the relationship between God and Israel, and viewed the details as symbolic.

^{Ezekiel 1:2 [2]} The parenthetical headings indicate that the speakers are not from the Hebrew text nor the Septuagint, but reflect an ancient tradition which appears in some manuscripts.

^{Ezekiel 1:4 [3]} The purpose of the chorus is to echo and expand the sentiments of the bride and her bridegroom. The members of the chorus are not always known, but have been variously identified as "daughters of Jerusalem," "daughters of Zion," "ladies in waiting," "friends" or "relatives" of the bride.

^{Ezekiel 1:14 [4]} An oasis on the western side of the Dead Sea.

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