The Book of Ecclesiastes

1. Briefly summarize the main points in the passage that begins at 1:1 and ends at 2:23.

2. Quote three passages that are indicators of despair, and briefly explain each.
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3. Quote three verses that mitigate that despair, e.g., referring us to simple joys in life, or to good common sense.
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4. Look at Eccl 5:15-16 and then compare it to Job 1:21. How do they differ?

5. Briefly explain the meaning of Eccl 12:1.

6. Explain what Qoheleth (The Preacher) means when he says that 12:13-14 is the conclusion. What exactly is the conclusion and how does it relate to the rest of the book?