BBE Image Bible : Scripture in Images Ecclesiastes 2:11
11. Then I saw all the works which my hands had made, and everything I had been working to do; and I saw that all was to no purpose and desire for wind, and there was no profit under the sun.
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BBE summary for : Ecclesiastes 2
Summary: Ecclesiastes Chapter 2 explores the search for meaning and satisfaction in life through various pursuits. The narrator begins by reflecting on his attempts to find joy through pleasure, entertainment, and laughter, ultimately concluding that these endeavors are fleeting and provide little true fulfillment. He recounts his experiences with wine and the pursuit of wisdom, suggesting that even wisdom itself can lead to sorrow, as greater understanding can bring awareness of life's futility. The chapter also discusses the construction of great works and the accumulation of wealth, yet the narrator recognizes the vanity in these achievements, as they ultimately do not offer lasting meaning or a sense of purpose. He expresses a deep sense of futility in human toil, noting that one cannot take their gains with them after death. In the end, the narrator advocates for finding enjoyment in simple, everyday pleasures as a possible pathway to a more meaningful existence, while acknowledging the sovereignty of God over all human endeavors. The chapter encapsulates the struggle to find lasting significance in a transient world.
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