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Comparing Proverbs 'And The Book Of Ecclesiastes'

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Angelica, You have a very good point in your discussion on the difference of the Book of Proverbs and The Book of Ecclesiastes. I agree that in comparison of these two books, the gifts of knowledge and wisdom have distinct differences. In the Book of Proverbs there is an apparent focus on the human experience. Proverbs provides detailed instructions for parents on teaching wisdom to a child. However, in the book of Ecclesiastes the teacher’s advice is to use the gift of wisdom to enjoy life in the moment. Also, I agree with your point made on the Book of Ecclesiastes and the use of the word meaningless. This point was stated numerous times and seem to make the point that the teacher in his old age has found everything in his world to be empty,
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