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The Imitation of Christ · Character

Solomon

Biblical king and author of wisdom literature, referenced for vanity of worldly things.

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Also known as Song of Solomon

First appearance: book i admonitions profitable for the spiritual life

Solomon shows up with force in With how great reverence Christ must be received. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Mentioned for building the temple and dedicating it with great ceremony.
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  • Divine and Devout Trio

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Story tension across the book.

SetupEscalationAftermathClimax
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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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See Solomon in book i admonitions profitable for the spiritual life