Solomon ends his discussion of the futility of materialism and brings God into his evaluation of the meaning of life.

Solomon lives a life of complete self-indulgence, discovering that it too is futile and empty. 

Solomon tests his thesis with the pursuit of human wisdom, finding that this too is “vanity.”

The introduction to the book and a review of the book’s thesis.

Paul gives greetings to the five house churches in Rome, issues a two-fold warning and concludes the book with a majestic doxology.

Paul shares his strategies and future plans as the Apostle to the Gentiles.

Paul completes his teachings on the principles governing Christian liberty.

Paul begins to lay out the principles governing Christian liberty.  

Paul reviews the Christian’s ethical duty to government and the fulfilling of the Law though love.

Paul continues his focus on the virtues of the Christian life.