2. Meaning for life is not in life, but in the One who gives life.
Author: Solomon, most likely.
Date: ~935 B.C. Near the end of Solomon's life.
קֹהֶלֶת
The Nature of Life
Meaning for life is not in life, but in the One who gives life.
Practical direction for obtaining acceptable existence from the brokenness of natural life.
Introduction: The Futility of All Human Endeavor 1:1-11
The Futility of Human Achievement 1:12-6:9
The Limitations of Human Wisdom 10-11:6
Conclusion: Live Joyously and Responsibly in the Fear of God 11:7--12:14
“The conclusion, when all has been heard, is: fear God and keep His commandments, because this applies to every person. For God will bring every act to judgment, everything which is hidden, whether it is good or evil. 12:13-14