| Author |
Jennings, Frederick Charles, 1847-1948 |
| Title |
Old Groans and New Songs
Being Meditations on the Book of Ecclesiastes
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 73.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Al Haines
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| Summary |
"Old Groans and New Songs" by Frederick Charles Jennings is a collection of meditations on the Biblical Book of Ecclesiastes written in the early 20th century. This work presents a devotional exploration of the themes of Ecclesiastes, inviting readers to reflect on the contrasts between earthly struggles and the spiritual revelations provided by faith. Jennings aims to share insights on the search for meaning and satisfaction in life, contrasting the human condition of emptiness with the hope found in spiritual truth. At the start of the meditations, Jennings sets the stage by addressing the perplexing nature of Ecclesiastes, noting its seemingly nihilistic outlook contrasted with the rich spiritual wisdom it ultimately offers. He emphasizes the struggle of humanity to find true satisfaction "under the sun," which often leads to feelings of despair and confusion when relying solely on material pursuits. Jennings argues for the insights gained through the searching voice of the Preacher in Ecclesiastes, presenting these reflections as a means to lead readers toward understanding the divine purpose that ultimately brings joy and fulfillment beyond earthly endeavors. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
BS: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: The Bible, Old and New Testament
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| Subject |
Bible. Ecclesiastes -- Meditations
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
29971 |
| Release Date |
Sep 13, 2009 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 5, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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