Ecclesiastes
Solomon's reflections on the meaning and purpose of life
Chapters
Chapter 1
VanityEverything is Vanity
The Preacher introduces the theme that all earthly pursuits are vanity
Key Verses: Ecclesiastes 1:2, Ecclesiastes 1:9, Ecclesiastes 1:14
Chapter 2
PleasureThe Vanity of Pleasure and Wisdom
Solomon tests pleasure, wisdom, and work but finds them all vanity
Key Verses: Ecclesiastes 2:11, Ecclesiastes 2:13, Ecclesiastes 2:24
Chapter 3
TimeA Time for Everything
Famous passage about times and seasons in life
Key Verses: Ecclesiastes 3:1, Ecclesiastes 3:11, Ecclesiastes 3:14
Chapter 4
CompanionshipThe Vanity of Toil
Observations about oppression, envy, and the value of companionship
Key Verses: Ecclesiastes 4:9, Ecclesiastes 4:12, Ecclesiastes 4:6
Chapter 5
VowsThe Vanity of Wealth
Warnings about hasty vows and the futility of wealth
Key Verses: Ecclesiastes 5:2, Ecclesiastes 5:10, Ecclesiastes 5:15
Chapter 6
Wealth Without EnjoymentThe Vanity of Life
Observations about the futility of human toil and the value of contentment
Key Verses: Ecclesiastes 6:1, Ecclesiastes 6:3, Ecclesiastes 6:9
Chapter 7
Good NameWisdom and Folly
The value of wisdom over folly and the importance of considering the end
Key Verses: Ecclesiastes 7:1, Ecclesiastes 7:8, Ecclesiastes 7:14
Chapter 8
WisdomThe Limits of Human Wisdom
The difficulty of understanding God's ways and the importance of fearing Him
Key Verses: Ecclesiastes 8:1, Ecclesiastes 8:5, Ecclesiastes 8:12
Chapter 9
God's SovereigntyDeath and Life
The certainty of death and the value of enjoying life while we can
Key Verses: Ecclesiastes 9:1, Ecclesiastes 9:4, Ecclesiastes 9:10
Chapter 10
FollyWisdom and Folly in Daily Life
Practical wisdom for daily living and avoiding foolishness
Key Verses: Ecclesiastes 10:1, Ecclesiastes 10:4, Ecclesiastes 10:18
Chapter 11
GenerosityInvesting in Life
Encouragement to be generous and enjoy life while preparing for the future
Key Verses: Ecclesiastes 11:1, Ecclesiastes 11:6, Ecclesiastes 11:9
Chapter 12
YouthRemember Your Creator
The conclusion: fear God and keep His commandments
Key Verses: Ecclesiastes 12:1, Ecclesiastes 12:13, Ecclesiastes 12:14
About Ecclesiastes
Solomon's reflections on the meaning and purpose of life
Testament
Old Testament
Author
Solomon