May 5: We begin a new book tomorrow

On May 6, we begin reading the Song of Songs (of Solomon), aka the Song of Solomon. (May 6 readings: http://bible.oremus.org/?ql=171010456)

It is one of the shortest books in the Bible, consisting of only 117 verses. According to Ashkenazi Jewish tradition, it is read on Shabbat that falls during the intermediate days of Passover. In the Sephardi community it is recited every Friday night.

More information about the Song of Songs can be found at the Wikipedia entry.

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