ecclesiastes
Definition
Proper noun 1. A book of the Old Testament: Ecclesiastes is a book of the Hebrew Bible and the Christian Old Testament, consisting of philosophical reflections on the meaning and nature of human life, often emphasizing its transient and sometimes futile aspects.
Usage
- As a title: The word is used almost exclusively as the title of the biblical book.
- The teacher assigned a reading from Ecclesiastes.
- The central theme of Ecclesiastes is the "vanity" or fleeting nature of worldly pursuits.
Advanced Usage
- Ecclesiastes as a philosophical text: In academic or literary contexts, "Ecclesiastes" is often discussed not just as scripture but as a work of wisdom literature that explores existential questions.
- The philosopher drew parallels between the ideas in Ecclesiastes and certain schools of existentialist thought.
Variants and Related Words
- Ecclesiastic (adjective): Pertaining to a church or the clergy. (Note: This is a related but distinct word; it is not a variant of "Ecclesiastes").
- Qoheleth (noun): The Hebrew name for the author or narrator of the Book of Ecclesiastes, often translated as "the Teacher" or "the Preacher."
Synonyms
- The Book of Ecclesiastes: The full title.
- Qoheleth: When referring to the book by its Hebrew name or its narrator.
Noun
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an Old Testament book consisting of reflections on the vanity of human life; is traditionally attributed to Solomon but probably was written about 250 BC
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