When we walk through an empty house, we may see possibilities for it, but because it is empty, it is not a warm, accepting, and welcoming place. 9All this I have seen while applying my mind to every deed that is done under the sun. 15Then I commended pleasure and enjoyment, because a man [without God] has no better thing under the sun than to eat and to drink and to be merry, for this will stand by him in his toil through the days of his life which God has given him under the sun. 16When I applied my mind to know wisdom and to see the activities [of mankind] that take place upon the earth--how some men seem to sleep neither day nor night-- Even though man may labor in seeking, he will not discover; and [more than that], though a wise man thinks and claims he knows, he will not be able to find it out. 11Because the sentence against an evil act is not executed quickly, the hearts of the sons of men are fully set to do evil. 11Because the sentence against an evil act is not executed quickly, the hearts of the sons of men are fully set to do evil. There is a time in which one man has exercised power over others to their detriment. 12Though a sinner does evil a hundred times and his life [seemingly] is prolonged [in spite of his wickedness], still I know that it will be well with those who [reverently] fear God, who fear and worship Him openly [realizing His omnipresence and His power]. 9All this I have seen while applying my mind to every deed that is done under the sun. I say that this too is futility (meaningless, vain). 11Because the sentence against an evil act is not executed quickly, the hearts of the sons of men are fully set to do evil. Even though man may labor in seeking, he will not discover; and [more than that], though a wise man thinks and claims he knows, he will not be able to find it out. 17and I saw all the work of God, I concluded that man cannot discover the work that is done under the sun. 9 All this I saw, as I applied my mind to everything done under the sun. This too is futility (vanity, emptiness). And who knows the interpretation of a matter? [a] 5 Lit time and judgment. 14There is a meaningless and futile thing which is done on the earth: that is, there are righteous men whose gain is as though they were evil, and evil men whose gain is as though they were righteous. Ecclesiastes 8:11. 10So then, I have seen the wicked buried, those who used to go in and out of the holy place [but did not thereby escape their doom], and they are [praised in spite of their evil and] soon forgotten in the city where they did such things. 12Though a sinner does evil a hundred times and his life [seemingly] is prolonged [in spite of his wickedness], still I know that it will be well with those who [reverently] fear God, who fear and worship Him openly [realizing His omnipresence and His power]. 5 Whoever obeys his command will come to no harm,    and the wise heart will know the proper time and procedure.6 For there is a proper time and procedure for every matter,(C)    though a person may be weighed down by misery. so 8:8 Or over the human spirit to retain it, / and so no one has power over the time of their death. who can tell someone else what is to come? The eye is not satisfied with seeing, Nor is the ear filled with hearing. Do not join in a malevolent matter, for the king will do whatever he pleases. 16 When I applied my mind to know wisdom and to see the activities [of mankind] that take place upon the earth—how some men seem to sleep neither day nor night— 17 and I saw all the work of God, I concluded that man cannot discover the work that is done under the sun. (N) Then joy will accompany them in their toil all the days of the life God has given them under the sun. Ecclesiastes 12 Amplified Bible (AMP) Remember God in Your Youth. [a] 5 Lit time and judgment. 10So then, I have seen the wicked buried, those who used to go in and out of the holy place [but did not thereby escape their doom], and they are [praised in spite of their evil and] soon forgotten in the city where they did such things. Under the sun, he saw that death allows no winners, and there is no release from that war. Even though man may labor in seeking, he will not discover; and [more than that], though a wise man thinks and claims he knows, he will not be able to find it out. Even though man may labor in seeking, he will not discover; and [more than that], though a wise man thinks and claims he knows, he will not be able to find it out. 10 So then, I have seen the wicked buried, those who used to go in and out of the holy place [but did not thereby escape their doom], and they are [praised in spite of their evil and] soon forgotten in the city where they did such things. Bible > Ecclesiastes > Chapter 8 > Verse 8 Library • Free Downloads • eBibles And who will say to him, “What are you doing?” 8 Who is like the wise man?And who knows the interpretation of a matter?A man’s wisdom illumines his face,And causes his stern face to beam. [b] 6 Lit time and judgment. [a] 5 Lit time and judgment. 15Then I commended pleasure and enjoyment, because a man [without God] has no better thing under the sun than to eat and to drink and to be merry, for this will stand by him in his toil through the days of his life which God has given him under the sun. 6For there is a [b]proper time and [appropriate] procedure for every delight, Though mankind’s misery and trouble lies heavily upon him [who rebels against the king]. [a] 5 Lit time and judgment. 15Then I commended pleasure and enjoyment, because a man [without God] has no better thing under the sun than to eat and to drink and to be merry, for this will stand by him in his toil through the days of his life which God has given him under the sun. 13But it will not be well for the evil man, nor will he lengthen his days like a shadow, because he does not fear God. 11Because the sentence against an evil act is not executed quickly, the hearts of the sons of men are fully set to do evil. There is no discharge [from service] during time of war, And evil will not rescue those who [actively seek to] practice it. 6For there is a [b]proper time and [appropriate] procedure for every delight, Though mankind’s misery and trouble lies heavily upon him [who rebels against the king]. Then I commended enjoyment, because .. 14There is a meaningless and futile thing which is done on the earth: that is, there are righteous men whose gain is as though they were evil, and evil men whose gain is as though they were righteous. This too is futility (vanity, emptiness). 9All this I have seen while applying my mind to every deed that is done under the sun. There is a time in which one man has exercised power over others to their detriment. I say that this too is futility (meaningless, vain). Adam and Eve set aside the teaching of God because they became convinced that the penalty—death—would not occur. I say that this too is futility (meaningless, vain). 6For there is a [b]proper time and [appropriate] procedure for every delight, Though mankind’s misery and trouble lies heavily upon him [who rebels against the king]. 4For the word of a king is authoritative and powerful, And who will say to him, “What are you doing?” 3 Do not be in a hurry to leave the king’s presence. Even though man may labor in seeking, he will not discover; and [more than that], though a wise man thinks and claims he knows, he will not be able to find it out. This too is futility (vanity, emptiness). 16When I applied my mind to know wisdom and to see the activities [of mankind] that take place upon the earth--how some men seem to sleep neither day nor night-- 14There is a meaningless and futile thing which is done on the earth: that is, there are righteous men whose gain is as though they were evil, and evil men whose gain is as though they were righteous. 9All this I have seen while applying my mind to every deed that is done under the sun. So who can tell him how and when it will happen? 8 The end of a matter is better than its beginning; Patience of spirit is better than haughtiness of spirit (pride). 11Because the sentence against an evil act is not executed quickly, the hearts of the sons of men are fully set to do evil. 7For no one knows what will happen; So who can tell him how and when it will happen? 14There is a meaningless and futile thing which is done on the earth: that is, there are righteous men whose gain is as though they were evil, and evil men whose gain is as though they were righteous. 8There is no man who has power and authority over the wind to restrain the wind, Nor does he have authority over the day of death; There is no discharge [from service] during time of war, And evil will not rescue those who [actively seek to] practice it. 10So then, I have seen the wicked buried, those who used to go in and out of the holy place [but did not thereby escape their doom], and they are [praised in spite of their evil and] soon forgotten in the city where they did such things. Even though man may labor in seeking, he will not discover; and [more than that], though a wise man thinks and claims he knows, he will not be able to find it out.(D). so wickedness will not release those who practice it. Do not join in a malevolent matter, for the king will do whatever he pleases. A man’s wisdom illumines his face, And causes his stern face to beam. 16When I applied my mind to know wisdom and to see the activities [of mankind] that take place upon the earth--how some men seem to sleep neither day nor night-- 17and I saw all the work of God, I concluded that man cannot discover the work that is done under the sun. I say that this too is futility (meaningless, vain). And who knows the interpretation of a matter? 9All this I have seen while applying my mind to every deed that is done under the sun. 12Though a sinner does evil a hundred times and his life [seemingly] is prolonged [in spite of his wickedness], still I know that it will be well with those who [reverently] fear God, who fear and worship Him openly [realizing His omnipresence and His power]. 7For no one knows what will happen; So who can tell him how and when it will happen? 14There is a meaningless and futile thing which is done on the earth: that is, there are righteous men whose gain is as though they were evil, and evil men whose gain is as though they were righteous. There is a time in which one man has exercised power over others to their detriment. 9 … 15Then I commended pleasure and enjoyment, because a man [without God] has no better thing under the sun than to eat and to drink and to be merry, for this will stand by him in his toil through the days of his life which God has given him under the sun. 8There is no man who has power and authority over the wind to restrain the wind, Nor does he have authority over the day of death; There is no discharge [from service] during time of war, And evil will not rescue those who [actively seek to] practice it. Ecclesiastes 1:3 Ecclesiastes expresses the view of the natural man whose interests are focused on vanishing pleasures and empty satisfactions. There is a time in which one man has exercised power over others to their detriment. (J) This too, I say, is meaningless. Contextual Overview 7 For oppression makes a wise man foolish, And a bribe corrupts the [good judgment of the] heart. 12Though a sinner does evil a hundred times and his life [seemingly] is prolonged [in spite of his wickedness], still I know that it will be well with those who [reverently] fear God, who fear and worship Him openly [realizing His omnipresence and His power]. Nor does he have authority over the day of death; There is no discharge [from service] during time of war, And evil will not rescue those who [actively seek to] practice it. 16When I applied my mind to know wisdom and to see the activities [of mankind] that take place upon the earth--how some men seem to sleep neither day nor night-- 16When I applied my mind to know wisdom and to see the activities [of mankind] that take place upon the earth--how some men seem to sleep neither day nor night-- 13But it will not be well for the evil man, nor will he lengthen his days like a shadow, because he does not fear God. 1Who is like the wise man? 7 Then I looked again at vanity under the sun [in one of its peculiar forms]. Ecclesiastes 10 Amplified Bible (AMP) A Little Foolishness. Even though man may labor in seeking, he will not discover; and [more than that], though a wise man thinks and claims he knows, he will not be able to find it out. 12Though a sinner does evil a hundred times and his life [seemingly] is prolonged [in spite of his wickedness], still I know that it will be well with those who [reverently] fear God, who fear and worship Him openly [realizing His omnipresence and His power]. This too is futility (vanity, emptiness). 9All this I have seen while applying my mind to every deed that is done under the sun. Even though man may labor in seeking, he will not discover; and [more than that], though a wise man thinks and claims he knows, he will not be able to find it out. Do not stand up for a bad cause, for he will do … A man’s wisdom illumines his face, And causes his stern face to beam. I say that this too is futility (meaningless, vain). 6For there is a [b]proper time and [appropriate] procedure for every delight, Though mankind’s misery and trouble lies heavily upon him [who rebels against the king]. 17and I saw all the work of God, I concluded that man cannot discover the work that is done under the sun. And who knows the interpretation of a matter? 3Do not be in a hurry to get out of his presence. 9All this I have seen while applying my mind to every deed that is done under the sun. 2I counsel you to keep the command of the king because of the oath before God [by which you swore loyalty to him]. In Luke 11:24-26, Jesus uses the illustration of an empty house, "swept and put in order," but what fills it makes a great deal of difference in terms of it "end." 10So then, I have seen the wicked buried, those who used to go in and out of the holy place [but did not thereby escape their doom], and they are [praised in spite of their evil and] soon forgotten in the city where they did such things. 9All this I have seen while applying my mind to every deed that is done under the sun. 9All this I have seen while applying my mind to every deed that is done under the sun. 7For no one knows what will happen; So who can tell him how and when it will happen? 16 Do 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 man' s wisdom maketh his face to shine." 11Because the sentence against an evil act is not executed quickly, the hearts of the sons of men are fully set to do evil. I say that this too is futility (meaningless, vain). Ecclesiastes 3 A Time for Everything. This too is futility (vanity, emptiness). For a wise heart will know the [a]proper time and [appropriate] procedure. [b] 6 Lit time and judgment. [b] 6 Lit time and judgment. Whether it is to be love or hatred no man knows; all that is before them. 17and I saw all the work of God, I concluded that man cannot discover the work that is done under the sun. 16When I applied my mind to know wisdom and to see the activities [of mankind] that take place upon the earth--how some men seem to sleep neither day nor night-- 8There is no man who has power and authority over the wind to restrain the wind, Nor does he have authority over the day of death; There is no discharge [from service] during time of war, And evil will not rescue those who [actively seek to] practice it. 13But it will not be well for the evil man, nor will he lengthen his days like a shadow, because he does not fear God. I say that this too is futility (meaningless, vain). 13But it will not be well for the evil man, nor will he lengthen his days like a shadow, because he does not fear God. There is a time when a man lords it over others to his own[b] hurt. 13But it will not be well for the evil man, nor will he lengthen his days like a shadow, because he does not fear God. 16 When I applied my mind to know wisdom(O) and to observe the labor that is done on earth(P)—people getting no sleep day or night— 17 then I saw all that God has done. 7For no one knows what will happen; So who can tell him how and when it will happen? Ecclesiastes 8. 16When I applied my mind to know wisdom and to see the activities [of mankind] that take place upon the earth--how some men seem to sleep neither day nor night-- 15 I 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 # Lit prolongs. There is a time in which one man has exercised power over others to their detriment. 15Then I commended pleasure and enjoyment, because a man [without God] has no better thing under the sun than to eat and to drink and to be merry, for this will stand by him in his toil through the days of his life which God has given him under the sun. Ecclesiastes 4:7,8 Then I returned, and I saw vanity under the sun… there is. 13But it will not be well for the evil man, nor will he lengthen his days like a shadow, because he does not fear God. 13But it will not be well for the evil man, nor will he lengthen his days like a shadow, because he does not fear God. and the wise heart will know the proper time and procedure. (A) Do not stand up for a bad cause, for he will do whatever he pleases. Do not be in a hurry to leave the king’s presence. 15Then I commended pleasure and enjoyment, because a man [without God] has no better thing under the sun than to eat and to drink and to be merry, for this will stand by him in his toil through the days of his life which God has given him under the sun. 2 All things come alike to all. A man’s wisdom illumines his face, And causes his stern face to beam. Ecclesiastes 9 Death Comes to All. 15Then I commended pleasure and enjoyment, because a man [without God] has no better thing under the sun than to eat and to drink and to be merry, for this will stand by him in his toil through the days of his life which God has given him under the sun. 5Whoever keeps and observes a royal command will experience neither trouble nor misery; For a wise heart will know the [a]proper time and [appropriate] procedure. 17and I saw all the work of God, I concluded that man cannot discover the work that is done under the sun. The natural man is not aware that all the answers to life are found in God. 9All this I have seen while applying my mind to every deed that is done under the sun. 15Then I commended pleasure and enjoyment, because a man [without God] has no better thing under the sun than to eat and to drink and to be merry, for this will stand by him in his toil through the days of his life which God has given him under the sun. 15Then I commended pleasure and enjoyment, because a man [without God] has no better thing under the sun than to eat and to drink and to be merry, for this will stand by him in his toil through the days of his life which God has given him under the sun. 12Though a sinner does evil a hundred times and his life [seemingly] is prolonged [in spite of his wickedness], still I know that it will be well with those who [reverently] fear God, who fear and worship Him openly [realizing His omnipresence and His power]. 14There is a meaningless and futile thing which is done on the earth: that is, there are righteous men whose gain is as though they were evil, and evil men whose gain is as though they were righteous. 12 Though a sinner does evil a hundred times and his life [seemingly] is prolonged [in spite of his wickedness], still I know that it will be well with those who [reverently] fear God, who fear and worship Him openly [realizing His omnipresence and His power]. 11 When the sentence for a crime is not quickly carried out, people’s hearts are filled with schemes to do wrong. This too is futility (vanity, emptiness). Though mankind’s misery and trouble lies heavily upon him [who rebels against the king]. 2I counsel you to keep the command of the king because of the oath before God [by which you swore loyalty to him]. [a] 5 Lit time and judgment. I say that this too is futility (meaningless, vain). 12Though a sinner does evil a hundred times and his life [seemingly] is prolonged [in spite of his wickedness], still I know that it will be well with those who [reverently] fear God, who fear and worship Him openly [realizing His omnipresence and His power]. 11Because the sentence against an evil act is not executed quickly, the hearts of the sons of men are fully set to do evil. 16When I applied my mind to know wisdom and to see the activities [of mankind] that take place upon the earth--how some men seem to sleep neither day nor night-- The translators of the Septuagint have rendered it with ecclesiasts (from ecclesia, Engl. Human nature is so tricky that it can deceive even one who is converted into taking the grace of God for granted. 5Whoever keeps and observes a royal command will experience neither trouble nor misery; For a wise heart will know the [a]proper time and [appropriate] procedure. A man’s wisdom illumines his face, And causes his stern face to beam. 8 All things are wearisome and all words are frail; Man cannot express it. 11Because the sentence against an evil act is not executed quickly, the hearts of the sons of men are fully set to do evil. though a person may be weighed down by misery. 8There is no man who has power and authority over the wind to restrain the wind, Nor does he have authority over the day of death; There is no discharge [from service] during time of war, And evil will not rescue those who [actively seek to] practice it. [a] 5 Lit time and judgment. 13But it will not be well for the evil man, nor will he lengthen his days like a shadow, because he does not fear God. [a] 5 Lit time and judgment. Even though man may labor in seeking, he will not discover; and [more than that], though a wise man thinks and claims he knows, he will not be able to find it out. This too is meaningless. 11Because the sentence against an evil act is not executed quickly, the hearts of the sons of men are fully set to do evil. 17and I saw all the work of God, I concluded that man cannot discover the work that is done under the sun. 14There is a meaningless and futile thing which is done on the earth: that is, there are righteous men whose gain is as though they were evil, and evil men whose gain is as though they were righteous. 9 All this I have seen while applying my mind to every deed that is done under the sun. 9All this I have seen while applying my mind to every deed that is done under the sun. [b] 6 Lit time and judgment. Obey Rulers. 12Though a sinner does evil a hundred times and his life [seemingly] is prolonged [in spite of his wickedness], still I know that it will be well with those who [reverently] fear God, who fear and worship Him openly [realizing His omnipresence and His power]. And who knows the interpretation of a thing? Ecclesiastes 3:10 I have seen the travail, which God hath given to the sons of men to be exercised in it. 14There is a meaningless and futile thing which is done on the earth: that is, there are righteous men whose gain is as though they were evil, and evil men whose gain is as though they were righteous. (G) 13 Yet because the wicked do not fear God,(H) it will not go well with them, and their days(I) will not lengthen like a shadow. 13But it will not be well for the evil man, nor will he lengthen his days like a shadow, because he does not fear God. A person’s wisdom brightens their face and changes its hard appearance. 14 There is a meaningless and futile thing which is done on the earth: that is, there are righteous men whose gain is as though they were evil, and evil men whose gain is as though they were righteous. 8There is no man who has power and authority over the wind to restrain the wind, Nor does he have authority over the day of death; There is no discharge [from service] during time of war, And evil will not rescue those who [actively seek to] practice it. 10So then, I have seen the wicked buried, those who used to go in and out of the holy place [but did not thereby escape their doom], and they are [praised in spite of their evil and] soon forgotten in the city where they did such things. 4For the word of a king is authoritative and powerful, And who will say to him, “What are you doing?” 13But it will not be well for the evil man, nor will he lengthen his days like a shadow, because he does not fear God. 4For the word of a king is authoritative and powerful, And who will say to him, “What are you doing?” 11Because the sentence against an evil act is not executed quickly, the hearts of the sons of men are fully set to do evil. 17and I saw all the work of God, I concluded that man cannot discover the work that is done under the sun. 8 Who is like the wise man? (K) 15 So I commend the enjoyment of life(L), because there is nothing better for a person under the sun than to eat and drink(M) and be glad. 6For there is a [b]proper time and [appropriate] procedure for every delight, Though mankind’s misery and trouble lies heavily upon him [who rebels against the king]. 10So then, I have seen the wicked buried, those who used to go in and out of the holy place [but did not thereby escape their doom], and they are [praised in spite of their evil and] soon forgotten in the city where they did such things. 12Though a sinner does evil a hundred times and his life [seemingly] is prolonged [in spite of his wickedness], still I know that it will be well with those who [reverently] fear God, who fear and worship Him openly [realizing His omnipresence and His power]. 2 Obey the king’s command, I say, because you took an oath before God. 12Though a sinner does evil a hundred times and his life [seemingly] is prolonged [in spite of his wickedness], still I know that it will be well with those who [reverently] fear God, who fear and worship Him openly [realizing His omnipresence and His power]. 10So then, I have seen the wicked buried, those who used to go in and out of the holy place [but did not thereby escape their doom], and they are [praised in spite of their evil and] soon forgotten in the city where they did such things. 17and I saw all the work of God, I concluded that man cannot discover the work that is done under the sun. 14There is a meaningless and futile thing which is done on the earth: that is, there are righteous men whose gain is as though they were evil, and evil men whose gain is as though they were righteous. 12 Although a wicked person who commits a hundred crimes may live a long time, I know that it will go better(E) with those who fear God,(F) who are reverent before him. 8There is no man who has power and authority over the wind to restrain the wind, Nor does he have authority over the day of death; There is no discharge [from service] during time of war, And evil will not rescue those who [actively seek to] practice it. [b] 6 Lit time and judgment. I say that this too is futility (meaningless, vain). [a] 5 Lit time and judgment. A man's wisdom makes his face shine, and the hardness of his countenance is changed. 6For there is a [b]proper time and [appropriate] procedure for every delight, Though mankind’s misery and trouble lies heavily upon him [who rebels against the king]. Even though man may labor in seeking, he will not discover; and [more than that], though a wise man thinks and claims he knows, he will not be able to find it out. Bible > AMP > Ecclesiastes 1 ... 8 All things are wearisome and all words are frail; Man cannot express it. [b] 6 Lit time and judgment. [b] 6 Lit time and judgment. 17and I saw all the work of God, I concluded that man cannot discover the work that is done under the sun. There is a time in which one man has exercised power over others to their detriment. There is a time in which one man has exercised power over others to their detriment. 17and I saw all the work of God, I concluded that man cannot discover the work that is done under the sun. 6For there is a [b]proper time and [appropriate] procedure for every delight, Though mankind’s misery and trouble lies heavily upon him [who rebels against the king]. 7For no one knows what will happen; So who can tell him how and when it will happen? 16When I applied my mind to know wisdom and to see the activities [of mankind] that take place upon the earth--how some men seem to sleep neither day nor night-- Even though man may labor in seeking, he will not discover; and [more than that], though a wise man thinks and claims he knows, he will not be able to find it out. 4For the word of a king is authoritative and powerful, And who will say to him, “What are you doing?” 4 Since a king’s word is supreme, who can say to him, “What are you doing?(B)”. 6For there is a [b]proper time and [appropriate] procedure for every delight, Though mankind’s misery and trouble lies heavily upon him [who rebels against the king]. 10So then, I have seen the wicked buried, those who used to go in and out of the holy place [but did not thereby escape their doom], and they are [praised in spite of their evil and] soon forgotten in the city where they did such things. 17and I saw all the work of God, I concluded that man cannot discover the work that is done under the sun. Ecclesiastes 8:11-13. And who knows the interpretation of a matter? 15Then I commended pleasure and enjoyment, because a man [without God] has no better thing under the sun than to eat and to drink and to be merry, for this will stand by him in his toil through the days of his life which God has given him under the sun. 7For no one knows what will happen; So who can tell him how and when it will happen? 12Though a sinner does evil a hundred times and his life [seemingly] is prolonged [in spite of his wickedness], still I know that it will be well with those who [reverently] fear God, who fear and worship Him openly [realizing His omnipresence and His power]. 10So then, I have seen the wicked buried, those who used to go in and out of the holy place [but did not thereby escape their doom], and they are [praised in spite of their evil and] soon forgotten in the city where they did such things. S misery and trouble lies heavily upon him [ who rebels against king... 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