Ecclesiastes

The book of Ecclesiastes explores the meaninglessness and futility of life, as everything is repetitive and cyclical, with no true progress or new experiences. The writer, who has gained wealth and power, concludes that these pursuits are vanity and bring no lasting satisfaction. Instead, he finds that the simple pleasures of eating, drinking, and finding joy in one's labor are gifts from God. The book also notes that there is a time for everything under the sun, and that God's work is perfect and unchangeable. Despite the struggles and injustices in the world, the best thing for a person to do is to enjoy their own work and the fruits of their labor. The writer emphasizes the importance of fearing God, keeping His commandments, and living righteously, as this is the whole duty of man. Ultimately, the book concludes that true wisdom is hard to find, and that even the wise are not perfect, as everyone sins.