This book examines The Wisdom of King Solomon as seen in the book of Ecclesiastics. Harriman’s Shapiro starts his book with a short biography of King Solomon, then to the Scroll of Ecclesiastics, wisdom literature, Solomon as a king and writer, the topic of vanity, gates of wisdom, sadness and happiness, desire, money, justice and faith, and death and immortality. This is a very good book in that it examines the historical and religious overview of Ecclesiastics with commentary and research on the topics brought forth by King Solomon’s writings.

This is a powerful book. It should be widely read. I could say more and more and justify why, but the book should be left to speak for itself. Don't miss out on what feels like an important publication.

This book examines the Book of Ecclesiastics in depth as it relates to King Solomon. The author emigrated to Israel in 1977 and is able to give the unique perspective by having the opportunity to visit site mentioned in the Bible.

As an example of things that are covered, “Ecclesiastes argues that the day on which we leave this life is better than the day we joined it.” (Loc. 149). The author expands upon this by putting forth that “’After him’ is often interpreted to mean ‘after his death.” Two questions are then examined: “What will happen to my relatives, acquaintances, nation and world after I am gone.” And “What will happen to me after I die?”

I found this book to be an extraordinary read. It helped to further my understanding both King Solomon and his words/songs. You will not be disappointed.

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Haim Shapira has written a very good book on the book of Ecclesiastes. Shapira starts the book with an introduction about King Solomon. This book does a great job at expanding upon certain topics throughout the book of Ecclesiastes. I recommend this book.