The Holy Bible - Ecclesiastes

The Holy Bible is a collection of books. So I have split them up. I will read it in 1 year, every day ~15 minutes of reading.

Why read it?

The Book of Ecclesiastes is a profound meditation on the meaning of life, traditionally attributed to King Solomon. Through the voice of the "Preacher" (Qoheleth), it grapples with the fleeting nature of worldly pursuits—wealth, pleasure, work, and wisdom—declaring them “vanity” (meaningless) apart from God. Its raw, philosophical tone explores life’s contradictions and mysteries, ultimately pointing to the eternal perspective of fearing God and keeping His commandments.

You’ll be drawn into its honest questioning, which resonates with anyone pondering life’s purpose. Ecclesiastes challenges you to look beyond temporary gains, find joy in simple moments, and anchor your life in God’s unchanging truth amidst an unpredictable world.

Favourite quote

From Ecclesiastes 3:1, the Preacher’s timeless words set the tone for life’s rhythms:

To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven.

This verse introduces the iconic passage about life’s seasons—birth, death, planting, weeping, and more. It’s a poetic reminder that God ordains every moment, inviting us to trust His timing and find peace in the ebb and flow of life’s changes.

What I Loved

The passage in Ecclesiastes 3:1-8, starting with “To every thing there is a season,” is breathtaking in its scope and beauty. The way it lists life’s opposites— “a time to weep, and a time to laugh; a time to mourn, and a time to dance” (3:4)—feels like a heartbeat, capturing the human experience so vividly. It’s both sobering and comforting, reminding me that every moment has purpose under God’s sovereign hand. The Preacher’s honesty in wrestling with life’s futility while still pointing to God’s eternal truth is deeply moving.

Key Takeaway

Ecclesiastes reveals that true meaning lies in fearing God and living for His eternal purposes, not in chasing life’s fleeting pleasures. It urges us to accept life’s seasons, as Ecclesiastes 3:1 declares, find joy in God’s gifts, and trust His sovereignty over an unpredictable world. The book challenges us to shift our focus from vanity to eternity, aligning our lives with God’s enduring truth.


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