Ecclesiastes 4 speaks to humanity's inhumanity in general and the oppression of the those in power of the poor, in particular.

Please read, review and respond to the following.

vv.  1-3
>Too often those who are oppressed are rendered no c______________.


>The author here seems to feel that it is better to never have been b____________.


vv.  4-6
>What are two aspects of "grasping for the wind" found in these verses.
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v.  8
>What is a "grave misfortune"?


vv.  9-12
>Why are two together better than one alone?



vv.  13-16
>Why is it better to have been poor and wise as a youth?
 


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The author of Ecclesiastes speaks about the circular cycle of human life. Times and seasons may run long or short as well as often overlap.

Please read, review and respond to the following:

v.  1
Is there a difference between times and seasons? Explain.


vv. 2-8
How many experiences can occur during a human life cycle? 


How can we know when the time and season is "right"?


v. 11
What is meant by "God has made everything beautiful in its time"?


How does the phrase "God has put eternity in their hearts..." affect you?


vv. 12-13
What is the "gift of God"?


vv. 14-15
What does God "do" that causes humans to fear God?


vv.  16-17
Who will God "judge"?


vv. 19
​Why does God "test" humans?