Ecclesiastes
Words And Works of Wise Men And Fools
This passage starts out by saying that men of folly are digging their own graves (v. 8). Not paying any attention to duty is also compared to the breaking down of walls. It is easy to get hurt by chiseling stone or falling trees (vv. 9-10). Solomon shows that even though wisdom i …
Keep The Kings Command
The person who has been changed by wisdom can at least grasp the problems of society and how to deal with them. The first question in this chapter is how should we relate to authority?Obedience (vv. 2-8) – There is no way a Christian can argue a biblical case for civil disobedien …
Wisdom Makes Sense
This passage reveals a deeper investigation into the relative values of wisdom and folly. Solomon has found out from experience that wisdom and pleasure does not have the answer. Now he reasons that maybe if I just put my nose to the grindstone and really stay on the job I …
Everything is In The Hands of God
Righteous people would surely create a God who would immediately reward the righteous and judge the wicked. However, what actually happens in this life is very different. The sinner and the saint seem to share a common lot. These key words describe the passage:Destiny (v. 2 …
The Meaning of Pleasure
Solomon searched for life’s meaning as you would an experiment. He first tried pursuing pleasure (vv. 1-3). He undertook great projects, bought slaves and herds and flocks (vv. 4-7). Then he amassed great wealth, acquired singers and added many women to his harem (v. 8).&nb …