Wisdom and Foolishness
Despite wisdom’s advantages, what does the writer say both the wise and the fool share?
They both die
What does the Teacher say God has made everything in?
Its time
This king pursued wealth, pleasure, and power without following God’s ways, ultimately facing emptiness and rebellion in his life. Who is he?
King Solomon
(later in life, when he turned from God, Ecclesiastes reflects on the emptiness of worldly pursuits)
Verse: “What good will it be for someone to gain the whole world, yet forfeit their soul?” — Matthew 16:26.
What theme from Ecclesiastes does this verse connect to?
The emptiness of worldly gain / vanity of chasing wealth (Ecclesiastes 2:11)
TMEI
TIME
What is better than strength according to Ecclesiastes 9:16?
Wisdom
Complete the phrase: “There is a time for everything and a season for every ___.”
Activity under the heavens
What is the key word repeated over 30 times in Ecclesiastes?
Meaningless / Vanity
Verse: “Teach us to number our days, that we may gain a heart of wisdom.” — Psalm 90:12.
What idea in Ecclesiastes does this relate to?
Life’s brevity and the value of wisdom
(Ecclesiastes 3:1–2; 7:2)
ILTO
TOIL
What does a fool multiply, according to Ecclesiastes 10:14?
Words
“A time to grieve and a time to ___.”
Dance
What two things does the writer conclude are the best for people to do?
Fear God and keep His commandments
Verse:“Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moths and vermin destroy.” — Matthew 6:19.
How does this reflect a message in Ecclesiastes?
Earthly possessions don’t last; true meaning isn’t found in wealth
(Ecclesiastes 5:10–15)
MSIWOD
WISDOM
In Ecclesiastes 7, what does the Teacher say is better than laughter?
Sorrow
What has God set in the human heart, according to Ecclesiastes 3:11?
Eternity
What does the writer say is a gift from God — eating, drinking, and ___?
Finding satisfaction in one’s work
Verse: “I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation.” — Philippians 4:12.
What theme from Ecclesiastes does this verse connect to?
Finding contentment in every season and recognizing that satisfaction comes from God
(Ecclesiastes 3:12–13; 5:18–20).
TAVNIY
VANITY
What does the writer say can destroy much good?
A little folly
What mystery does the writer say humans cannot fully understand about God?
His work from beginning to end
According to Ecclesiastes, where does the spirit return after death?
To God who gave it
Verse:“Now we see only a reflection as in a mirror; then we shall see face to face.” — 1 Corinthians 13:12.
What theme from Ecclesiastes does this echo?
Our limited understanding of God’s purposes
(Ecclesiastes 3:11)
SGMELNAISE
MEANINGLESS