Pessimistic. Confusing. Cynical. How are we to interpret a book of the Bible that describes everything as meaningless? In this course, Dr. Knut Heim seeks to answer this question as he introduces you to the book of Ecclesiastes. Dr. Heim will help you discover that the book’s author is not a pessimist, but a realist, who encourages his audience to remain faithful to their God by setting the right priorities for a happy and fulfilled life.
- Describe the book of Ecclesiastes as Christian Scripture.
- Explain Ecclesiastes’ main contents and structure.
- Identify the main approaches that have been used to interpret Ecclesiastes.
- Develop the resilience to cope with adversity.
- Build a foundation of understanding that true happiness comes from faith in and obedience to God.
- Practice “seizing the day” through appreciating God as the giver of good gifts and discovering happiness in the ordinary things of life.
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The course gave me understanding of a book that l have always thought of as pessimistic. I have come to have an appreciation of the poetry in the book. I enjoyed the Hebrew word explanations.
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This course is very informative. It teaches how to live a godly life. Godly life is necessary to live a fulfilling and happy life.
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Very clear explanation in each lesson with assessment questions. A well-planned course.
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Professor Heim has a calm and joyful way of teaching. It brought the book of Ecclesiastes in a new way of looking at my life. Thank you.
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An excellent course!
Course Content
Course Details
- 5 Lessons
- 16 Activities
- 6 Assessments
- 12 Min Average
- 2.5 Hrs Minimum
- Course Award
