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Reading Ecclesiastes

  1. Lesson One
    Introduction to Ecclesiastes
    3 Activities
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    1 Assessment
  2. Lesson Two
    A Thought Experiment
    3 Activities
    |
    1 Assessment
  3. Lesson Three
    Reshaping Our Perception of Life
    3 Activities
    |
    1 Assessment
  4. Lesson Four
    Proper Worship
    3 Activities
    |
    1 Assessment
  5. Lesson Five
    A Theology of Happiness
    3 Activities
    |
    1 Assessment
  6. Course Wrap-Up
    Course Completion
    1 Activity
    |
    1 Assessment

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Reading Ecclesiastes Introduction to Ecclesiastes Overview and Objectives
Lesson 1, Activity 1

Overview and Objectives

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Lesson Overview

In this lesson, Dr. Heim sets the scene for the study of the book of Ecclesiastes and his approach to interpreting this deeply meaningful piece of Scripture that readers so often find confusing.

Lesson Objectives

When you complete this lesson, you should be able to:

  • Explain how the book of Ecclesiastes fits in with Christian Scripture.
  • Summarize the main contents and flow of the book of Ecclesiastes.
  • Identify the main approaches for interpreting the book and which particular approach Dr. Heim will use in this class.

Personal Reflection

As you proceed through this lesson have the following question in mind.
Ecclesiastes asks the universal question, What is the purpose of life? How would you answer this question?