""Although the Song of Songs has been the subject of numerous studies throughout its history, and in particular in the past generation, few scholars have investigated in depth its rhetorical strategies, and even fewer have scrutinized its theological contributions. Mark McGinniss has addressed both of these lacunae in the extant literature with his careful and insightful exegesis of three prominent rhetorical features in the Song of Songs. His work is a welcome addition to the study of this challenging portion of God's Word."" --Daniel J. Estes Distinguished Professor of Old Testament Dean, School of Biblical and Theological Studies Cedarville University