Week 12 - Poetic and Wisdom Literature of the Old Testament

Class Notes

Scripture Readings :

Textbook Readings :

This Week's Assignment : Fourteen Questions

According to the textbook, what is the purpose of the Book of Ecclesiastes, and how may one achieve happiness
According to the textbook, what are the "Ten vanities" which Ecclesiastes considers
According to the textbook, what is the meaning of the Hebrew word (pronounced hebhel or hevvel) which is usually translated as "vanity"
According to the textbook, what is the meaning of the phrase "under the sun"
From Ecclesiastes 1:1-11, what picture do you get of the place of man with regard to creation
From Ecclesiastes 1:12-18, what conclusion did the author draw about knowledge and worldly wisdom
From Ecclesiastes 2:1-11, describe three ways in which the author sought pleasure. Did they satisfy him?
How might Ecclesiastes 2:18-24 relate to the circumstances of Solomon in his old age - see 1 Kings 11:41 - 12:20
From Ecclesiastes 5:1-6, what advice does the author give regarding worship and oaths
From Ecclesiastes 5:10-17, what are some of the dangers of having riches
What advice does Ecclesiastes 5:18-20 give us about work and wealth
What is Ecclesiastes' concluding advice
Discuss the authorship of Ecclesiastes. What does Qoheleth mean?
Sketch out lesson plans for a 4-week Adult Bible Study on Ecclesiastes - what sections would you study each week, what points would you hope to make. You may include other Scripture passages also, but the main teaching should be from Ecclesiastes

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