Episode notes

In his epilogue, we see that Solomon turns everything around and shows that we can find meaning in a vain world. First, Solomon gives a final word of warning that we must heed, and then he gives a final word of command that we must obey.

  • The Teacher's Final Word of Warning (v9-12)
    • Listen to the wise words of the teacher (v9-11)
    • Beware of the contradictory words of the foolish (v12)
  • The Teacher's Final Word of Command (v13-14)
    • Two commands (v13a)
    • Two reasons (v13b-14)