21. Ecclesiastes

Written by King Solomon at the end of his reign, Ecclesiastes contains honest thoughts and reflections on his experiences as king of Israel. Although he was blessed with great wisdom, wealth and power, the tone of this book is one of regret as he reveals his shortcomings as king and his disobedience towards God. This book is filled with relevant advice on how to pursue a simple, godly life filled with much greater rewards than material goods could ever bring.