The Book of Ecclesiastes

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The Book of Ecclesiastes survey of the Bible The Book of Ecclesiastes

General Overview Ecclesiastes is the contemplation of Solomon as he looked back over the excesses of his life though blessed by God with wisdom, he lived in unrighteousness (2 Chron. 1:11-12)(1 Kngs. 11:4-6) however, it seems at the end of his life, he reflects on his errors for the benefit of others (12:1) what is important and lasting in life? may seem at first to present life as meaningless in context of 12:13-14, accurately presents contrast between concerns of this life and of the next

Themes of Ecclesiastes all is vanity [without God] vanity (worthlessness) mentioned around 33 times no amount of work, wealth, power, righteousness, or wisdom will change man’s inevitable end (1:1-4) no amount of earthly pleasure will give life joy and fulfillment (1:12-14; 2:10-11; 5:10) life isn’t necessarily fair (9:11-12)

Themes of Ecclesiastes however, we can enjoy these things in God remembering that all will be brought to judgment (11:9-12:1, 13-14) enjoying our labor (2:24), friendships (4:9-12), material goods (5:18-20), wisdom (7:11-12), righteousness (8:12-13), family (9:9)

Importance to Christians putting Christ first so we can enjoy blessings earthly (Mt. 6:33)(1 Cor. 3:21-23)(Phil. 4:11-13) spiritual (Col. 3:1-4)(Heb. 11:24-26) listening to the wisdom of God’s word Solomon tried to find fulfillment by trial and error while we can gain wisdom by acknowledging our mistakes, the gospel is a simpler path (1 Cor. 2:1-5) (Prov. 3:1-8)

Conclusion the book of Ecclesiastes provides a view of life that puts things in perspective especially true in the gospel age as the blessings we are promised and the commitment we make are more clearly spiritual in nature do we have a faith in God that allows us to enjoy life, despite its inequities, knowing the reward that awaits us? (2 Tim. 4:7-8)