Philosophy of Qohelet

A Critical Analysis of Existentialism

Joel Steele

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English

Resource Publications (CA)
19 April 2021

Philosophy of religion; Other non-Christian religions; Ancient religions & mythologies

This research compares and contrasts various existential philosophies pertaining to the human condition and its purpose. It specifically focuses on the Old Testament book of Ecclesiastes. Nicomachean Ethics and The Nature of the Gods regarding virtue, courage, and the necessity of an eternal source were examined as they relate to the subject from a Western worldview. The intended contributions of this research are to disclose that without an objectifiable reference society becomes a cluster of subjective abominations susceptible to a miserable existence, a slow descent into madness, ""a chasing after the wind."" To escape this vanity something eternal must exist. Nevertheless, humanity must confront the abyss that Nietzsche struggled with in his version of existential philosophy to find meaning in this life. Indeed, when gazing into an abyss the abyss gazes back into humanity, but rather than surrendering one's autonomy to the meaningless void, individuals should determine the inherent value of their life. Otherwise, death, as Qohelet recognized, has a grip on the individual long before they actually die.

By: Joel Steele
Imprint: Resource Publications (CA)
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 216mm, Width: 140mm, Spine: 4mm
Weight: 95g
ISBN: 9781666702040
ISBN 10: 1666702048
Pages: 70
Publication Date: 19 April 2021
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Joel Steele studied philosophy at the University of North Carolina as an undergraduate. He received a MA from Liberty University where he studied history and theology. He is author of Philosophy of War: A Brief Analysis on Principles and Justifications (2020), and Early Christianity and Historical Methods (2021). Steele's primary research interests include: philosophy of Western thought, ancient theology, and political theory. Inquiries regarding his research and publications can be made through his website: ancientedu.com.