29Behold, I have found only this [as a reason]: God made man upright and uncorrupted, but they [both men and women] have sought out many devices [for evil].[a] 15 Lit prolongs. Why should you die before your time? I have found one [b]man among a thousand [who pleases God], but I have not found [such] a woman among all these [a thousand in my harem]. 27Behold, I have discovered this, says the Preacher, while adding one thing to another to find an explanation, 23I have tested all this with wisdom. 12For wisdom is a protection even as money is a protection, But the [excellent] advantage of knowledge is that wisdom shields and preserves the lives of its possessors. 26And I discovered that [of all irrational sins none has been so destructive in beguiling one away from God as immoral women for] more bitter than death is the woman whose heart is [composed of] snares and nets, and whose hands are chains. 11Wisdom along with an inheritance is good And an [excellent] advantage for those who see the sun. ], Do not give heed to everything that is said, lest you hear your servant cursing you. 13Consider the work of God: Who can make straight what He has bent? 24Whatever has been is far off, deeply remote and exceedingly mysterious. 18It is good that you take hold of one thing (righteousness) and also not let go of the other (wisdom); for the one who fears and worships God [with awe-filled reverence] will come forth with both of them. That which is is far off, and that which is deep is very deepwho can find it out [true wisdom independent of the fear of God]? And this too is vanity (futility). I have found one [b]man among a thousand [who pleases God], but I have not found [such] a woman among all these [a thousand in my harem]. 11Wisdom along with an inheritance is good And an [excellent] advantage for those who see the sun. 21Also, do not take seriously everything that is said, so that you will not hear your servant cursing you, 15I have seen everything during my [fleeting] days of futility; there is a righteous man who perishes in [spite of] his righteousness, and there is a wicked man who [a]lives a long life in [spite of] his wickedness. 22for you also know that you too have cursed others many times. 11Wisdom along with an inheritance is good And an [excellent] advantage for those who see the sun. 23I have tested all this with wisdom. 21Also, do not take seriously everything that is said, so that you will not hear your servant cursing you, Why should you die before your time? Whoever pleases God will escape from her, but the sinner will be taken captive by her [evil]. 26And I discovered that [of all irrational sins none has been so destructive in beguiling one away from God as immoral women for] more bitter than death is the woman whose heart is [composed of] snares and nets, and whose hands are chains. 15I have seen everything during my [fleeting] days of futility; there is a righteous man who perishes in [spite of] his righteousness, and there is a wicked man who [a]lives a long life in [spite of] his wickedness. 10Do not say, Why were the old days better than these? For it is not from wisdom that you ask about this. 26And I discovered that [of all irrational sins none has been so destructive in beguiling one away from God as immoral women for] more bitter than death is the woman whose heart is [composed of] snares and nets, and whose hands are chains. 27Behold, I have discovered this, says the Preacher, while adding one thing to another to find an explanation, 29Behold, I have found only this [as a reason]: God made man upright and uncorrupted, but they [both men and women] have sought out many devices [for evil].[a] 15 Lit prolongs. 20Indeed, there is not a righteous man on earth who always does good and who never sins. 18It is good that you take hold of one thing (righteousness) and also not let go of the other (wisdom); for the one who fears and worships God [with awe-filled reverence] will come forth with both of them. 14In the day of prosperity be joyful, But in the day of adversity consider that God has made the one as well as the other, So that man will not find out anything that will be after him. 22for you also know that you too have cursed others many times. 16Do not be excessively righteous [like those given to self-conceit], and do not be overly wise (pretentious)--why should you bring yourself to ruin? Why should you die before your time? 19Wisdom strengthens the wise man more than ten rulers who are in a city. 9Do not be eager in your heart to be angry, For anger dwells in the heart of fools. 26And I discovered that [of all irrational sins none has been so destructive in beguiling one away from God as immoral women for] more bitter than death is the woman whose heart is [composed of] snares and nets, and whose hands are chains. 11Wisdom along with an inheritance is good And an [excellent] advantage for those who see the sun. 9Do not be eager in your heart to be angry, For anger dwells in the heart of fools. 17Do not be excessively or willfully wicked and do not be a fool. 12For wisdom is a protection even as money is a protection, But the [excellent] advantage of knowledge is that wisdom shields and preserves the lives of its possessors. 19Wisdom strengthens the wise man more than ten rulers who are in a city. 18It is good that you take hold of one thing (righteousness) and also not let go of the other (wisdom); for the one who fears and worships God [with awe-filled reverence] will come forth with both of them. 16Do not be excessively righteous [like those given to self-conceit], and do not be overly wise (pretentious)--why should you bring yourself to ruin? 12For wisdom is a protection even as money is a protection, But the [excellent] advantage of knowledge is that wisdom shields and preserves the lives of its possessors. 7For oppression makes a wise man foolish, And a bribe corrupts the [good judgment of the] heart. 28which I am still seeking but have not found. 24Whatever has been is far off, deeply remote and exceedingly mysterious. Why should you die before your time? 29Behold, I have found only this [as a reason]: God made man upright and uncorrupted, but they [both men and women] have sought out many devices [for evil].[a] 15 Lit prolongs. 25I turned around and directed my heart to know, to investigate and to seek [skillful and godly] wisdom and the reason for things, and to know that wickedness is folly and that foolishness is madness [leading to stupidity and recklessness]. 2 it is better to go to the house of mourning than to go to the house of feasting, for that is the end of all men; and the living will lay it to heart. I said, I will be wise [independently of God], but true wisdom was far from me. 11Wisdom along with an inheritance is good And an [excellent] advantage for those who see the sun. 12For wisdom is a protection even as money is a protection, But the [excellent] advantage of knowledge is that wisdom shields and preserves the lives of its possessors. 29Behold, I have found only this [as a reason]: God made man upright and uncorrupted, but they [both men and women] have sought out many devices [for evil].[a] 15 Lit prolongs. 14In the day of prosperity be joyful, But in the day of adversity consider that God has made the one as well as the other, So that man will not find out anything that will be after him. get to know the Bible better! 28which I am still seeking but have not found. Who can discover it [for it is beyond the grasp of man]? 16Do not be excessively righteous [like those given to self-conceit], and do not be overly wise (pretentious)--why should you bring yourself to ruin? 7For oppression makes a wise man foolish, And a bribe corrupts the [good judgment of the] heart. Who can discover it [for it is beyond the grasp of man]? 28which I am still seeking but have not found. 22for you also know that you too have cursed others many times. 9Do not be eager in your heart to be angry, For anger dwells in the heart of fools. 21Also, do not take seriously everything that is said, so that you will not hear your servant cursing you, 9Do not be eager in your heart to be angry, For anger dwells in the heart of fools. Why should you die before your time? 22for you also know that you too have cursed others many times. 9Do not be eager in your heart to be angry, For anger dwells in the heart of fools. 28which I am still seeking but have not found. 43:15. YouVersion uses cookies to personalize your experience. 29Behold, I have found only this [as a reason]: God made man upright and uncorrupted, but they [both men and women] have sought out many devices [for evil].[a] 15 Lit prolongs. 9Do not be eager in your heart to be angry, For anger dwells in the heart of fools. I have found one [b]man among a thousand [who pleases God], but I have not found [such] a woman among all these [a thousand in my harem]. 14In the day of prosperity be joyful, But in the day of adversity consider that God has made the one as well as the other, So that man will not find out anything that will be after him. 6For like the crackling of [burning] thorn bushes under a pot, So is the laughter of the fool; And this too is vanity (futility). 14In the day of prosperity be joyful, But in the day of adversity consider that God has made the one as well as the other, So that man will not find out anything that will be after him. 27Behold, I have discovered this, says the Preacher, while adding one thing to another to find an explanation, 25I turned around and directed my heart to know, to investigate and to seek [skillful and godly] wisdom and the reason for things, and to know that wickedness is folly and that foolishness is madness [leading to stupidity and recklessness]. 19Wisdom strengthens the wise man more than ten rulers who are in a city. Who can discover it [for it is beyond the grasp of man]? 24Whatever has been is far off, deeply remote and exceedingly mysterious. 22for you also know that you too have cursed others many times. I said, I will be wise [independently of God], but true wisdom was far from me. Why should you die before your time? 26And I discovered that [of all irrational sins none has been so destructive in beguiling one away from God as immoral women for] more bitter than death is the woman whose heart is [composed of] snares and nets, and whose hands are chains. 6For like the crackling of [burning] thorn bushes under a pot, So is the laughter of the fool; And this too is vanity (futility). 23I have tested all this with wisdom. 26And I discovered that [of all irrational sins none has been so destructive in beguiling one away from God as immoral women for] more bitter than death is the woman whose heart is [composed of] snares and nets, and whose hands are chains. 22for you also know that you too have cursed others many times. 4The heart of the wise [learns when it] is in the house of mourning, But the heart of fools is [senseless] in the house of pleasure. verba Ecclesiastes filii David regis Hierusalem. Who can discover it [for it is beyond the grasp of man]? 15I have seen everything during my [fleeting] days of futility; there is a righteous man who perishes in [spite of] his righteousness, and there is a wicked man who [a]lives a long life in [spite of] his wickedness. 21Also, do not take seriously everything that is said, so that you will not hear your servant cursing you, 10Do not say, Why were the old days better than these? For it is not from wisdom that you ask about this. 22for you also know that you too have cursed others many times. 15I have seen everything during my [fleeting] days of futility; there is a righteous man who perishes in [spite of] his righteousness, and there is a wicked man who [a]lives a long life in [spite of] his wickedness. 11Wisdom along with an inheritance is good And an [excellent] advantage for those who see the sun. 10Do not say, Why were the old days better than these? For it is not from wisdom that you ask about this. extortion make a wise man foolish, and a bribe destroys the understanding. 17Do not be excessively or willfully wicked and do not be a fool. 13Consider the work of God: Who can make straight what He has bent? Ecclesiastes 7, Amplified Bible, Classic Edition (AMPC) A GOOD name is better than precious perfume, and the day of death better than the day of one's birth. 5It is better to listen to the rebuke of the wise man and pursue wisdom Than for one to listen to the song of fools and pursue stupidity. 18It is good that you take hold of one thing (righteousness) and also not let go of the other (wisdom); for the one who fears and worships God [with awe-filled reverence] will come forth with both of them. 20Indeed, there is not a righteous man on earth who always does good and who never sins. 15I have seen everything during my [fleeting] days of futility; there is a righteous man who perishes in [spite of] his righteousness, and there is a wicked man who [a]lives a long life in [spite of] his wickedness. [b] 28 Or person. 28which I am still seeking but have not found. [b] 28 Or person. 28which I am still seeking but have not found. 17Do not be excessively or willfully wicked and do not be a fool. Why should you die before your time? 20Indeed, there is not a righteous man on earth who always does good and who never sins. 25I turned around and directed my heart to know, to investigate and to seek [skillful and godly] wisdom and the reason for things, and to know that wickedness is folly and that foolishness is madness [leading to stupidity and recklessness]. 22for you also know that you too have cursed others many times. 22for you also know that you too have cursed others many times. 11Wisdom along with an inheritance is good And an [excellent] advantage for those who see the sun. 6 23I have tested all this with wisdom. 13Consider the work of God: Who can make straight what He has bent? I have found one [b]man among a thousand [who pleases God], but I have not found [such] a woman among all these [a thousand in my harem]. 21Also, do not take seriously everything that is said, so that you will not hear your servant cursing you, [b] 28 Or person. I said, I will be wise [independently of God], but true wisdom was far from me. 11Wisdom along with an inheritance is good And an [excellent] advantage for those who see the sun. 6For like the crackling of [burning] thorn bushes under a pot, So is the laughter of the fool; And this too is vanity (futility). 19Wisdom strengthens the wise man more than ten rulers who are in a city. 23I have tested all this with wisdom. 12For wisdom is a protection even as money is a protection, But the [excellent] advantage of knowledge is that wisdom shields and preserves the lives of its possessors. I turned about [penitent] and my heart was set to know and to search out and to seek [true] wisdom and the reason of things, and to know that wickedness is folly and that foolishness is madness [and what had led me into such wickedness and madness]. I have found one [b]man among a thousand [who pleases God], but I have not found [such] a woman among all these [a thousand in my harem]. 25I turned around and directed my heart to know, to investigate and to seek [skillful and godly] wisdom and the reason for things, and to know that wickedness is folly and that foolishness is madness [leading to stupidity and recklessness]. So that man will not find out anything that will be after him. 7For oppression makes a wise man foolish, And a bribe corrupts the [good judgment of the] heart. 15I have seen everything during my [fleeting] days of futility; there is a righteous man who perishes in [spite of] his righteousness, and there is a wicked man who [a]lives a long life in [spite of] his wickedness. 29Behold, I have found only this [as a reason]: God made man upright and uncorrupted, but they [both men and women] have sought out many devices [for evil].[a] 15 Lit prolongs. 12For wisdom is a protection even as money is a protection, But the [excellent] advantage of knowledge is that wisdom shields and preserves the lives of its possessors. 7For oppression makes a wise man foolish, And a bribe corrupts the [good judgment of the] heart. 26And I discovered that [of all irrational sins none has been so destructive in beguiling one away from God as immoral women for] more bitter than death is the woman whose heart is [composed of] snares and nets, and whose hands are chains. 21Also, do not take seriously everything that is said, so that you will not hear your servant cursing you, 24Whatever has been is far off, deeply remote and exceedingly mysterious. 14In the day of prosperity be joyful, But in the day of adversity consider that God has made the one as well as the other, So that man will not find out anything that will be after him. 9Do not be eager in your heart to be angry, For anger dwells in the heart of fools. 27Behold, I have discovered this, says the Preacher, while adding one thing to another to find an explanation, 22for you also know that you too have cursed others many times. 11Wisdom along with an inheritance is good And an [excellent] advantage for those who see the sun. 23I have tested all this with wisdom. 25I turned around and directed my heart to know, to investigate and to seek [skillful and godly] wisdom and the reason for things, and to know that wickedness is folly and that foolishness is madness [leading to stupidity and recklessness]. 28which I am still seeking but have not found. 22for you also know that you too have cursed others many times. 29Behold, I have found only this [as a reason]: God made man upright and uncorrupted, but they [both men and women] have sought out many devices [for evil].[a] 15 Lit prolongs. 17Do not be excessively or willfully wicked and do not be a fool. 24Whatever has been is far off, deeply remote and exceedingly mysterious. 12For wisdom is a protection even as money is a protection, But the [excellent] advantage of knowledge is that wisdom shields and preserves the lives of its possessors. 29Behold, I have found only this [as a reason]: God made man upright and uncorrupted, but they [both men and women] have sought out many devices [for evil].[a] 15 Lit prolongs. Whoever pleases God will escape from her, but the sinner will be taken captive by her [evil]. 18It is good that you take hold of one thing (righteousness) and also not let go of the other (wisdom); for the one who fears and worships God [with awe-filled reverence] will come forth with both of them. 27Behold, I have discovered this, says the Preacher, while adding one thing to another to find an explanation, 27Behold, I have discovered this, says the Preacher, while adding one thing to another to find an explanation, Who can discover it [for it is beyond the grasp of man]? 29Behold, I have found only this [as a reason]: God made man upright and uncorrupted, but they [both men and women] have sought out many devices [for evil].[a] 15 Lit prolongs. 18It is good that you take hold of one thing (righteousness) and also not let go of the other (wisdom); for the one who fears and worships God [with awe-filled reverence] will come forth with both of them. I said, I will be wise [independently of God], but true wisdom was far from me. 14In the day of prosperity be joyful, But in the day of adversity consider that God has made the one as well as the other, So that man will not find out anything that will be after him. 28which I am still seeking but have not found. 28which I am still seeking but have not found. For it is not wise or because of wisdom that you ask this. 18It is good that you take hold of one thing (righteousness) and also not let go of the other (wisdom); for the one who fears and worships God [with awe-filled reverence] will come forth with both of them. 29Behold, I have found only this [as a reason]: God made man upright and uncorrupted, but they [both men and women] have sought out many devices [for evil].. 18It is good that you take hold of one thing (righteousness) and also not let go of the other (wisdom); for the one who fears and worships God [with awe-filled reverence] will come forth with both of them. 8The end of a matter is better than its beginning; Patience of spirit is better than haughtiness of spirit (pride). Ecclesiastes 7:8-14 AMPC Better is the end of a thing than the beginning of it, and the patient in spirit is better than the proud in spirit. 23I have tested all this with wisdom. 26And I discovered that [of all irrational sins none has been so destructive in beguiling one away from God as immoral women for] more bitter than death is the woman whose heart is [composed of] snares and nets, and whose hands are chains. 16Do not be excessively righteous [like those given to self-conceit], and do not be overly wise (pretentious)--why should you bring yourself to ruin? 24Whatever has been is far off, deeply remote and exceedingly mysterious. 4The heart of the wise [learns when it] is in the house of mourning, But the heart of fools is [senseless] in the house of pleasure. 14In the day of prosperity be joyful, But in the day of adversity consider that God has made the one as well as the other, So that man will not find out anything that will be after him. For that [day of death] is the end of every man, And the living will take it to heart and solemnly ponder its meaning. 22for you also know that you too have cursed others many times. 25I turned around and directed my heart to know, to investigate and to seek [skillful and godly] wisdom and the reason for things, and to know that wickedness is folly and that foolishness is madness [leading to stupidity and recklessness]. 22for you also know that you too have cursed others many times. I have found one [b]man among a thousand [who pleases God], but I have not found [such] a woman among all these [a thousand in my harem]. 16Be not [morbidly exacting and externally] righteous overmuch, neither strive to make yourself [pretentiously appear] overwisewhy should you [get puffed up and] destroy yourself [with presumptuous self-sufficiency]? 24Whatever has been is far off, deeply remote and exceedingly mysterious. 26And I discovered that [of all irrational sins none has been so destructive in beguiling one away from God as immoral women for] more bitter than death is the woman whose heart is [composed of] snares and nets, and whose hands are chains. I have found one [b]man among a thousand [who pleases God], but I have not found [such] a woman among all these [a thousand in my harem]. All things considered it is wiser to live a life of thoughtful self-restraint than to pursue a life of hedonism. 24Whatever has been is far off, deeply remote and exceedingly mysterious. I have found one [b]man among a thousand [who pleases God], but I have not found [such] a woman among all these [a thousand in my harem]. 16Do not be excessively righteous [like those given to self-conceit], and do not be overly wise (pretentious)--why should you bring yourself to ruin? 16Do not be excessively righteous [like those given to self-conceit], and do not be overly wise (pretentious)--why should you bring yourself to ruin? I have found one [b]man among a thousand [who pleases God], but I have not found [such] a woman among all these [a thousand in my harem]. 2:9-16.]. 28which I am still seeking but have not found. Whoever pleases God will escape from her, but the sinner will be taken captive by her [evil]. 14In the day of prosperity be joyful, But in the day of adversity consider that God has made the one as well as the other, So that man will not find out anything that will be after him. Why should you die before your time? 23I have tested all this with wisdom. 19Wisdom strengthens the wise man more than ten rulers who are in a city. 6For like the crackling of [burning] thorn bushes under a pot, So is the laughter of the fool; And this too is vanity (futility). Who can discover it [for it is beyond the grasp of man]? 22for you also know that you too have cursed others many times. 19Wisdom strengthens the wise man more than ten rulers who are in a city. For it is not from wisdom that you ask about this. 17Do not be excessively or willfully wicked and do not be a fool. proved by wisdom. Ecclesiastes 7:10 Amplified Bible, Classic Edition (AMPC) 10 Do not say, Why were the old days better than these? 11Wisdom along with an inheritance is good And an [excellent] advantage for those who see the sun. 27Behold, I have discovered this, says the Preacher, while adding one thing to another to find an explanation, 8The end of a matter is better than its beginning; Patience of spirit is better than haughtiness of spirit (pride). [b] 28 Or person. 127:1; II Tim. 21Also, do not take seriously everything that is said, so that you will not hear your servant cursing you, 25I turned around and directed my heart to know, to investigate and to seek [skillful and godly] wisdom and the reason for things, and to know that wickedness is folly and that foolishness is madness [leading to stupidity and recklessness]. I said, I will be wise [independently of God], but true wisdom was far from me. I was determined to prove to myself that wickedness is stupid and that foolishness is madness. 24Whatever has been is far off, deeply remote and exceedingly mysterious. 11Wisdom along with an inheritance is good And an [excellent] advantage for those who see the sun. [b] 28 Or person. 24Whatever has been is far off, deeply remote and exceedingly mysterious. 1 a good name is better than precious perfume, and the day of death better than the day of one's birth. 8The end of a matter is better than its beginning; Patience of spirit is better than haughtiness of spirit (pride). 2It is better to go to the house of mourning Than to go to the house of feasting, For that [day of death] is the end of every man, And the living will take it to heart and solemnly ponder its meaning. 17Do not be excessively or willfully wicked and do not be a fool. 17Do not be excessively or willfully wicked and do not be a fool. 26And I discovered that [of all irrational sins none has been so destructive in beguiling one away from God as immoral women for] more bitter than death is the woman whose heart is [composed of] snares and nets, and whose hands are chains. [James 1:19, 20.] I said, I will be wise [independently of God], but true wisdom was far from me. 8The end of a matter is better than its beginning; Patience of spirit is better than haughtiness of spirit (pride). Why should you die before your time? 21Also, do not take seriously everything that is said, so that you will not hear your servant cursing you, 2 It is better to go to the house of mourning Than to go to the house of feasting, For that [day of death] is the end of every man, 16Do not be excessively righteous [like those given to self-conceit], and do not be overly wise (pretentious)--why should you bring yourself to ruin? (A Study in Ecclesiastes: Part 2), Our Daily Journey: A 30-Day Walk With Jesus, Daily Bible Reading September 2021, Gods Word of Wisdom. I have found one [b]man among a thousand [who pleases God], but I have not found [such] a woman among all these [a thousand in my harem]. 15I have seen everything during my [fleeting] days of futility; there is a righteous man who perishes in [spite of] his righteousness, and there is a wicked man who [a]lives a long life in [spite of] his wickedness. I have found one [b]man among a thousand [who pleases God], but I have not found [such] a woman among all these [a thousand in my harem]. 19Wisdom strengthens the wise man more than ten rulers who are in a city. 6For like the crackling of [burning] thorn bushes under a pot, So is the laughter of the fool; And this too is vanity (futility). [b] 28 Or person. Why should you die before your time? 5It is better to listen to the rebuke of the wise man and pursue wisdom Than for one to listen to the song of fools and pursue stupidity. 9Do not be eager in your heart to be angry, For anger dwells in the heart of fools. 27Behold, I have discovered this, says the Preacher, while adding one thing to another to find an explanation, 14In the day of prosperity be joyful, But in the day of adversity consider that God has made the one as well as the other, So that man will not find out anything that will be after him. 10Do not say, Why were the old days better than these? 23I have tested all this with wisdom. 11Wisdom along with an inheritance is good And an [excellent] advantage for those who see the sun. 10Do not say, Why were the old days better than these? For it is not from wisdom that you ask about this. 13Consider the work of God: Who can make straight what He has bent? Why should you die before your time? Who can discover it [for it is beyond the grasp of man]? 25I turned around and directed my heart to know, to investigate and to seek [skillful and godly] wisdom and the reason for things, and to know that wickedness is folly and that foolishness is madness [leading to stupidity and recklessness]. 23I have tested all this with wisdom. 23I have tested all this with wisdom. 28which I am still seeking but have not found. 21Also, do not take seriously everything that is said, so that you will not hear your servant cursing you, 16Do not be excessively righteous [like those given to self-conceit], and do not be overly wise (pretentious)--why should you bring yourself to ruin? I have found one [b]man among a thousand [who pleases God], but I have not found [such] a woman among all these [a thousand in my harem]. 18It is good that you take hold of one thing (righteousness) and also not let go of the other (wisdom); for the one who fears and worships God [with awe-filled reverence] will come forth with both of them. 20Indeed, there is not a righteous man on earth who always does good and who never sins. YouVersion uses cookies to personalize your experience. I have found one [b]man among a thousand [who pleases God], but I have not found [such] a woman among all these [a thousand in my harem]. 26And I discovered that [of all irrational sins none has been so destructive in beguiling one away from God as immoral women for] more bitter than death is the woman whose heart is [composed of] snares and nets, and whose hands are chains. vexation lodge in the bosom of fools. 15I have seen everything during my [fleeting] days of futility; there is a righteous man who perishes in [spite of] his righteousness, and there is a wicked man who [a]lives a long life in [spite of] his wickedness. For it is not wise or because of wisdom that you ask this. [James 1:19, 20.] 13Consider the work of God: Who can make straight what He has bent? 18It is good that you take hold of one thing (righteousness) and also not let go of the other (wisdom); for the one who fears and worships God [with awe-filled reverence] will come forth with both of them. 11Wisdom along with an inheritance is good And an [excellent] advantage for those who see the sun. Whoever pleases God will escape from her, but the sinner will be taken captive by her [evil]. Why should you die before your time? 17Do not be excessively or willfully wicked and do not be a fool. 21Also, do not take seriously everything that is said, so that you will not hear your servant cursing you, 21Also, do not take seriously everything that is said, so that you will not hear your servant cursing you, 29Behold, I have found only this [as a reason]: God made man upright and uncorrupted, but they [both men and women] have sought out many devices [for evil].[a] 15 Lit prolongs. Ecclesiastes 7 - Trying to Find a Better Way Video for Ecclesiastes 7: Ecclesiastes 7-9 - The Unfulfilled Life A. 13Consider the work of God: Who can make straight what He has bent? 12For wisdom is a protection even as money is a protection, But the [excellent] advantage of knowledge is that wisdom shields and preserves the lives of its possessors. 19Wisdom strengthens the wise man more than ten rulers who are in a city. 13Consider the work of God: Who can make straight what He has bent? Who can discover it [for it is beyond the grasp of man]? 27Behold, I have discovered this, says the Preacher, while adding one thing to another to find an explanation, 15I have seen everything during my [fleeting] days of futility; there is a righteous man who perishes in [spite of] his righteousness, and there is a wicked man who [a]lives a long life in [spite of] his wickedness. 9Do not be eager in your heart to be angry, For anger dwells in the heart of fools. 16Do not be excessively righteous [like those given to self-conceit], and do not be overly wise (pretentious)--why should you bring yourself to ruin? 17Do not be excessively or willfully wicked and do not be a fool. KJV and Amplified Parallel Bible, Large Print, Hardcover, Amplified Reading Bible, Imitation Leather, Brown, Indexed, KJV and Amplified Parallel Bible, Large Print, Bonded Leather, Black, Amplified Study Bible, Large Print, Imitation Leather, Brown. Learn More About Amplified Bible, Classic Edition. It is better to go to the house of mournin. 3:23. 27Behold, I have discovered this, says the Preacher, while adding one thing to another to find an explanation, 25I turned around and directed my heart to know, to investigate and to seek [skillful and godly] wisdom and the reason for things, and to know that wickedness is folly and that foolishness is madness [leading to stupidity and recklessness]. So is the laughter of the fool; And this too is vanity (futility). Who can discover it [for it is beyond the grasp of man]? 20Indeed, there is not a righteous man on earth who always does good and who never sins. 11Wisdom along with an inheritance is good And an [excellent] advantage for those who see the sun. 6For like the crackling of [burning] thorn bushes under a pot, So is the laughter of the fool; And this too is vanity (futility). 22for you also know that you too have cursed others many times. 15I have seen everything during my [fleeting] days of futility; there is a righteous man who perishes in [spite of] his righteousness, and there is a wicked man who [a]lives a long life in [spite of] his wickedness. 26And I discovered that [of all irrational sins none has been so destructive in beguiling one away from God as immoral women for] more bitter than death is the woman whose heart is [composed of] snares and nets, and whose hands are chains. Whoever pleases God will escape from her, but the sinner will be taken captive by her [evil]. 14In the day of prosperity be joyful, But in the day of adversity consider that God has made the one as well as the other, So that man will not find out anything that will be after him. 18It is good that you take hold of one thing (righteousness) and also not let go of the other (wisdom); for the one who fears and worships God [with awe-filled reverence] will come forth with both of them. (1-4) Better in life and death. Whoever pleases God will escape from her, but the sinner will be taken captive by her [evil]. 14In the day of prosperity be joyful, But in the day of adversity consider that God has made the one as well as the other, So that man will not find out anything that will be after him. 18It is good that you take hold of one thing (righteousness) and also not let go of the other (wisdom); for the one who fears and worships God [with awe-filled reverence] will come forth with both of them. I have found one [b]man among a thousand [who pleases God], but I have not found [such] a woman among all these [a thousand in my harem]. 17Do not be excessively or willfully wicked and do not be a fool. For anger dwells in the heart of fools. Whoever pleases God will escape from her, but the sinner will be taken captive by her [evil]. I have found one [b]man among a thousand [who pleases God], but I have not found [such] a woman among all these [a thousand in my harem]. 12For wisdom is a protection even as money is a protection, But the [excellent] advantage of knowledge is that wisdom shields and preserves the lives of its possessors. 10Do not say, Why were the old days better than these? For it is not from wisdom that you ask about this. 19Wisdom strengthens the wise man more than ten rulers who are in a city. [b] 28 Or person. Try Bible Gateway Plus free today! Whoever pleases God will escape from her, but the sinner will be taken captive by her [evil]. 24Whatever has been is far off, deeply remote and exceedingly mysterious. 20Indeed, there is not a righteous man on earth who always does good and who never sins. 13Consider the work of God: Who can make straight what He has bent? 7For oppression makes a wise man foolish, And a bribe corrupts the [good judgment of the] heart. Who can discover it [for it is beyond the grasp of man]? 10Do not say, Why were the old days better than these? For it is not from wisdom that you ask about this. 24Whatever has been is far off, deeply remote and exceedingly mysterious. 21Also, do not take seriously everything that is said, so that you will not hear your servant cursing you, 14In the day of prosperity be joyful, But in the day of adversity consider that God has made the one as well as the other, So that man will not find out anything that will be after him. I said, I will be wise [independently of God], but true wisdom was far from me. I have found one [b]man among a thousand [who pleases God], but I have not found [such] a woman among all these [a thousand in my harem]. 17Do not be excessively or willfully wicked and do not be a fool. 19Wisdom strengthens the wise man more than ten rulers who are in a city. 6For like the crackling of [burning] thorn bushes under a pot, So is the laughter of the fool; And this too is vanity (futility). 12For wisdom is a protection even as money is a protection, But the [excellent] advantage of knowledge is that wisdom shields and preserves the lives of its possessors. 29Behold, I have found only this [as a reason]: God made man upright and uncorrupted, but they [both men and women] have sought out many devices [for evil].[a] 15 Lit prolongs. 28which I am still seeking but have not found. 15I have seen everything during my [fleeting] days of futility; there is a righteous man who perishes in [spite of] his righteousness, and there is a wicked man who [a]lives a long life in [spite of] his wickedness. 21Also, do not take seriously everything that is said, so that you will not hear your servant cursing you, 19Wisdom strengthens the wise man more than ten rulers who are in a city. I said, I will be wise [independently of God], but true wisdom was far from me. 11Wisdom along with an inheritance is good And an [excellent] advantage for those who see the sun. 14In the day of prosperity be joyful, But in the day of adversity consider that God has made the one as well as the other, So that man will not find out anything that will be after him. [True] wisdom is a strength to the wise man more than ten rulers, valiant generals who are in the city. 19Wisdom strengthens the wise man more than ten rulers who are in a city. 4The heart of the wise [learns when it] is in the house of mourning, But the heart of fools is [senseless] in the house of pleasure. 7For oppression makes a wise man foolish, And a bribe corrupts the [good judgment of the] heart. 10Do not say, Why were the old days better than these? For it is not from wisdom that you ask about this. This also is vanity (emptiness, falsity, and futility)! 12For wisdom is a protection even as money is a protection, But the [excellent] advantage of knowledge is that wisdom shields and preserves the lives of its possessors. Who can discover it [for it is beyond the grasp of man]? 27Behold, I have discovered this, says the Preacher, while adding one thing to another to find an explanation, [b] 28 Or person. 16Do not be excessively righteous [like those given to self-conceit], and do not be overly wise (pretentious)--why should you bring yourself to ruin? I said, I will be wise [independently of God], but true wisdom was far from me. 13Consider the work of God: Who can make straight what He has bent? Why should you die before your time? 15I have seen everything during my [fleeting] days of futility; there is a righteous man who perishes in [spite of] his righteousness, and there is a wicked man who [a]lives a long life in [spite of] his wickedness. 23I have tested all this with wisdom. 26And I discovered that [of all irrational sins none has been so destructive in beguiling one away from God as immoral women for] more bitter than death is the woman whose heart is [composed of] snares and nets, and whose hands are chains. And the living will take it to heart and solemnly ponder its meaning. A GOOD name is better than precious perfume, and the day of death better than the day of one's birth. 19Wisdom strengthens the wise man more than ten rulers who are in a city. 29Behold, I have found only this [as a reason]: God made man upright and uncorrupted, but they [both men and women] have sought out many devices [for evil].[a] 15 Lit prolongs. 20Indeed, there is not a righteous man on earth who always does good and who never sins. 8The end of a matter is better than its beginning; Patience of spirit is better than haughtiness of spirit (pride). 11Wisdom along with an inheritance is good And an [excellent] advantage for those who see the sun. 28which I am still seeking but have not found. 17Do not be excessively or willfully wicked and do not be a fool. 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