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Old Testament · Book 21 of 66

The Book of Ecclesiastes

12 Chapters
222 Verses
5 Key Themes
3 Famous Verses

Ecclesiastes is the Bible's most unflinching look at life under the sun — wealth, pleasure, work, and wisdom all tested and found fleeting. Its honesty disarms cynics, then lands on bedrock: fear God, keep His commands, and receive each ordinary day as His gift.

Key Themes in Ecclesiastes

Meaning & purposeSeasons of lifeThe gift of todayVanity of strivingFearing God

Most Famous Verses in Ecclesiastes

Ecclesiastes 3:1
There is a time for everything — a season for every activity.
Ecclesiastes 3:11
He has made everything beautiful in its time.
Ecclesiastes 12:13
The conclusion: fear God and keep His commandments.

All 12 Chapters of Ecclesiastes

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Prayers Inspired by Ecclesiastes

Prayer for Purpose
Purpose
Prayer for Contentment
Purpose
Prayer for Feeling Lost
Purpose
Prayer for Wisdom
Purpose
Prayer for Letting Go
Mental Health

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