The Song of Solomon

Henry Law’s little commentary on the Song of Solomon, first published in 1879, remains one of the most accessible devotional commentaries available today. Law ( 1797–1884) was an evangelical Anglican clergyman, and his verse-by-verse commentary was written to cultivate warm Christian affection for the Lord Jesus and to encourage prayerful communion with Him.

Law took a deliberate approach, avoiding technical, linguistic, and historical analysis and focusing on practical devotional lessons. The framework for Law’s reading of the text is allegorical; he says, “allegory follows on to allegory.” He does not, however, over-spiritualise, and his Christological depth makes this commentary indispensable.

This edition of Law’s work was prepared for pastors in rural Africa. The language has been modernised, the text edited, and Scripture references inserted where it is clear the author is citing or referring to Scripture. This edition of Law’s work is prepared with the prayer that the Lord would use it to enrich the reader’s spiritual life and the preaching ministry of the Song of Solomon.

US-Letter version updated April 2, 2026