Ecclesiastes 7:20
Surely there is no righteous man on earth who does good and never sins.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Ecclesiastes 7:20?

2. How does Ecclesiastes 7:20 highlight the universal need for Christ's redemption?

3. What does "no one on earth is righteous" teach about human nature?

4. How can Romans 3:23 deepen our understanding of Ecclesiastes 7:20?

5. In what ways should Ecclesiastes 7:20 influence our view of personal sin?

6. How can acknowledging our imperfection lead to spiritual growth and humility?

7. How does Ecclesiastes 7:20 challenge the belief in human moral perfection?

8. What does Ecclesiastes 7:20 reveal about the nature of sin in humanity?

9. How does Ecclesiastes 7:20 align with the doctrine of original sin?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Ecclesiastes 7?

11. Ecclesiastes 7:20 claims no one is righteous—how does this align with biblical figures like Noah and Job who are described as righteous?

12. Why do God allow bad things to happen to good people?

13. How can one achieve salvation according to Christian beliefs?

14. What does "righteous man falls seven times" mean?
Discussion Questions
1. How does Ecclesiastes 7:20 challenge our understanding of personal righteousness and the need for God's grace?

2. In what ways does the acknowledgment of universal sinfulness in Ecclesiastes 7:20 connect with the message of salvation in the New Testament?

3. How can recognizing our own sinfulness help us to be more compassionate and forgiving towards others?

4. What practical steps can we take to pursue righteousness in our daily lives, knowing that we will never be perfect?

5. How does the truth of Ecclesiastes 7:20 encourage us to engage in regular confession and repentance, and what impact does this have on our spiritual growth?1. How does the assertion that 'the day of death is better than the day of birth' challenge conventional thinking about life and death?

2. What does it mean to have a 'good name', and why is it considered better than fine perfume in Ecclesiastes 7?

3. How can we apply the teaching that it is better to hear a wise person’s rebuke than a fool's song in our modern context?

4. What does the metaphor of 'crackling of thorns under the pot' convey about the worth of fools' laughter?

5. How might the understanding that 'oppression can make a wise man foolish, and a bribe corrupts the heart' influence your decisions and actions?

6. How does the assertion against longing for 'the good old days' apply to our current culture's propensity for nostalgia?

7. How does Solomon's view of wisdom being a shelter, like money, relate to your understanding of the value of wisdom?

8. How can we accept and learn from both the good and the bad times, as suggested in verses 11-14?

9. What does it mean to be overly righteous and overly wicked? How does this balance play out in your daily life?

10. Why is acknowledging our own sins an essential part of personal and spiritual growth?

11. How does Solomon's struggle to find wisdom resonate with your own experiences?

12. Why do you think Solomon was unable to find an upright woman in his search?

13. How does the claim that 'God made mankind upright, but they have sought out many schemes' reflect on human nature and our relationship with God?

14. In what ways does the reflection on the extremes of righteousness and wickedness challenge the traditional moral dichotomy?

15. How does the contemplation on human limitations in understanding God's work impact your faith?

16. How can you apply the lessons on wisdom and folly from Ecclesiastes 7 in your personal and professional life?

17. What insights from this chapter can help us navigate the uncertainties and challenges of the modern world?

18. How does the concept of mortality in Ecclesiastes 7 influence your perspective on life and your priorities?

19. In what ways can the wisdom of accepting life's adversities, as presented in this chapter, be beneficial to mental and emotional resilience?

20. How can we cultivate a 'good name' in today's digital age, where our actions can be amplified and scrutinized on a global scale?

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