While both texts use sexual terminology, their contexts differ greatly. Songs deals with desire, Ezekiel with the destruction of a kingdom.
But that sexual terminology and imagery is capable of conveying the intensity of both situations demonstrates how much sexuality is more than just physical activity.
It informs our interpersonal relationships. It shapes networks of power. It exposes strengths and vulnerabilities. In other words, sex and politics are really not as far apart as we would have thought.
What do you think?
Or are they?