The Book of Ecclesiastes opens with a disturbing thesis: “Everything is pointless!” This first session introduces the genre of wisdom literature and the rhetorical style of “Qoheleth”—the Sage (Teacher). This session explores the authorship (traditionally attributed to Solomon), historical context, and the philosophical approach of Ecclesiastes. The key idea is the Hebrew word hevel (“pointless”) but is often translated as “vanity” or “meaningless.” It defines the existential framework that undergirds the entire book. This foundational session equips viewers to grapple honestly with life’s most difficult questions, setting the tone for a spiritual journey that confronts doubt, despair, and frustration with […]
This session explores Solomon’s intense critique of wealth and the illusions of prosperity. As injustice and oppression run rampant through corrupt systems of power,...
Solomon embarks on a comprehensive pursuit of pleasure—wine, wealth, music, sex, architecture, and indulgence of every kind. This vivid session explores how the Sage...
Solomon turns his gaze to two great enigmas: injustice and death. This thought-provoking session walks through the unsettling reality that justice is often corrupted,...
