Ecclesiastes
In Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury, Montag is given the choice to memorize many books. He is also given the choice to learn many different pieces from the Bible. Ecclesiastes is a great choice for Montag to memorize. There are many different bits of information from Ecclesiastes that are very similar to the several details and events that occur in Fahrenheit 451. Ecclesiastes talks about vanity in man's private life, vanity in civil life, and also, true wisdom. All of these are heavily cited in the book. This is why I feel that Montag should have memorized Ecclesiastes. Vanity in man's private life was a major theme in the book. Just look at how Mildred complained about not having a fourth TV wall. She wanted all four walls to have TV's, so that not only would her "family" be complete, but also so that they could join the ranks of the "higher"
Montag is given the choice to memorize many great works, including the Bible. True wisdom is not to attempt to solve all the riddles of life, but instead enjoy what is known, and share that wisdom. She wants Montag to go to work when he was sick, because she wants the money to go out and buy another TV. And this is why I feel that Montag should have memorized Ecclesiastes. She wants to be completely absorbed by her "family". Montag feels that the books contain the answers to these questions. He knows that he is at some fault here, but he cannot shake the feeling that his society is keeping something from him and everyone else. Montag feels like he is deceiving Beatty and his fellow firemen. Following along with the other themes of the book is true wisdom. Montag remained very composed throughout the entire book, so I feel that he could handle this task. He also feels guilty being around Beatty. All of these are heavily cited in the book. With his experience, once again he would be well equipped to relate to Ecclesiastes.
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