Intro to Ecclesiastes - Peter Thompson

“Vanity of Vanities!” the Teacher proclaims. “All is vanity!” The fatalism and skepticism expressed in Ecclesiastes contrast markedly with the lofty optimism presented in other parts of the Bible. Associate Rector for Formation & Liturgy Peter Thompson introduces Ecclesiastes, a book long loved by literary legends. How does this poetic and philosophical work fit within the larger whole of Holy Scripture? What does Ecclesiastes have to contribute to the Christian faith?