13Consider the work of God: Who can make straight what He has bent? 27Behold, I have discovered this, says the Preacher, while adding one thing to another to find an explanation, 19Wisdom strengthens the wise man more than ten rulers who are in a city. 8The end of a matter is better than its beginning; Patience of spirit is better than haughtiness of spirit (pride). 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. 21Also, do not take seriously everything that is said, so that you will not hear your servant cursing you, Whoever pleases God will escape from her, but the sinner will be taken captive by her [evil]. Who can discover it [for it is beyond the grasp of man]? 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. 28which I am still seeking but have not found. 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. 10Do not say, Why were the old days better than these? 24Whatever has been is far off, deeply remote and exceedingly mysterious. 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]. 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. 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. 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, 24Whatever has been is far off, deeply remote and exceedingly mysterious. Who can discover it [for it is beyond the grasp of man]? 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. 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. 27Behold, I have discovered this, says the Preacher, while adding one thing to another to find an explanation, 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. 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. 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. 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]. 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). Who can discover it [for it is beyond the grasp of man]? 3Sorrow is better than laughter, For when a face is sad (deep in thought) the heart may be happy [because it is growing in wisdom]. 21Also, do not take seriously everything that is said, so that you will not hear your servant cursing you, And the living will take it to heart and solemnly ponder its meaning. I said, I will be wise [independently of God], but true wisdom was far from me. I said, I will be wise [independently of God], but true wisdom was far from me. 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. 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. Why should you die before your time? 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. 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. And this too is vanity (futility). The wise man's prosperity might tempt him to accept a bribe, or his adversity might tempt him to oppress others ( Ecclesiastes 7:7 ). 17Do not be excessively or willfully wicked and do not be a fool. It will do more good to go to a funeral than to a feast. 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]. 28which I am still seeking but have not found. 27Behold, I have discovered this, says the Preacher, while adding one thing to another to find an explanation, 13Consider the work of God: Who can make straight what He has bent? 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]. Who can discover it [for it is beyond the grasp of man]? 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. 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? 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. 8The end of a matter is better than its beginning; Patience of spirit is better than haughtiness of spirit (pride). 28which I am still seeking but have not found. 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. 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. [b] 28 Or person. 22for you also know that you too have cursed others many times. [b] 28 Or person. Why should you die before your time? 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. 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. I said, I will be wise [independently of God], but true wisdom was far from me. vexation lodge in the bosom of fools. 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, 17Do not be excessively or willfully wicked and do not be a fool. And an [excellent] advantage for those who see the sun. Try Bible Gateway Plus free today! 20Indeed, there is not a righteous man on earth who always does good and who never sins. Sorrow is better than laughter, for by the sadness of the countenance the heart is made better, The heart of the wise is in the house of mourning, but the heart of fools is in the house of mirth. 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. 17Do not be excessively or willfully wicked and do not be a fool. 7For oppression makes a wise man foolish, And a bribe corrupts the [good judgment of the] heart. [b] 28 Or person. 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. 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]? 19Wisdom strengthens the wise man more than ten rulers who are in a city. 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]. In the day of prosperity be joyful, but in the day of adversity consider that God has made the one side by side with the other, so that man may not find out anything that shall be after him. I said, I will be wise [independently of God], but true wisdom was far from me. Who can discover it [for it is beyond the grasp of man]? Try Bible Gateway Plus free today! 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. By using our website, you accept our use of cookies as described in our Privacy Policy. 23I have tested all this with wisdom. 28which I am still seeking but have not found. 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. 19Wisdom strengthens the wise man more than ten rulers who are in a city. 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. [b] 28 Or person. 10Do not say, Why were the old days better than these? For it is not from wisdom that you ask about this. For it is not from wisdom that you ask about this. 24Whatever has been is far off, deeply remote and exceedingly mysterious. 27Behold, I have discovered this, says the Preacher, while adding one thing to another to find an explanation, 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? 3:15. 28which I am still seeking but have not found. ]. 10Do not say, Why were the old days better than these? For it is not from wisdom that you ask about this. 7For oppression makes a wise man foolish, And a bribe corrupts the [good judgment of the] heart. 3Sorrow is better than laughter, For when a face is sad (deep in thought) the heart may be happy [because it is growing in wisdom]. YouVersion uses cookies to personalize your experience. Who can discover it [for it is beyond the grasp of man]? 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. 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. 22for you also know that you too have cursed others many times. 23I have tested all this with wisdom. 20Indeed, there is not a righteous man on earth who always does good and who never sins. 10Do not say, Why were the old days better than these? For it is not from wisdom that you ask about this. 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. Who can discover it [for it is beyond the grasp of man]? 11Wisdom along with an inheritance is good And an [excellent] advantage for those who see the sun. 8The end of a matter is better than its beginning; Patience of spirit is better than haughtiness of spirit (pride). 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. 27Behold, I have discovered this, says the Preacher, while adding one thing to another to find an explanation, Consider the work of God: who can make straight what He has made crooked? 20Indeed, there is not a righteous man on earth who always does good and who never sins. 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, Who can discover it [for it is beyond the grasp of man]? The Amplified Bible translates Ecclesiastes 7:18 this way: "It 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 . 24Whatever has been is far off, deeply remote and exceedingly mysterious. 7For oppression makes a wise man foolish, And a bribe corrupts the [good judgment of the] heart. 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, 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? The Amplified Bible Classic Edition (AMPC) was the first Bible project of The Lockman Foundation. (1-4) Better in life and death. 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. 13Consider the work of God: Who can make straight what He has bent? I said, I will be wise [independently of God], but true wisdom was far from me. 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 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]. 7For oppression makes a wise man foolish, And a bribe corrupts the [good judgment of the] heart. 24 Wisdom is always distant and difficult to find. 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]. Wisdom is as good as an inheritance, yes, more excellent it is for those [the living] who see the sun. 28which I am still seeking but have not found. 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. 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]. 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. 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. 7For oppression makes a wise man foolish, And a bribe corrupts the [good judgment of the] heart. 23I have tested all this with wisdom. 24Whatever has been is far off, deeply remote and exceedingly mysterious. 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. Whoever pleases God will escape from her, but the sinner will be taken captive by her [evil]. 20Indeed, there is not a righteous man on earth who always does good and who never sins. 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]. 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. 20Indeed, there is not a righteous man on earth who always does good and who never sins. Who can discover it [for it is beyond the grasp of man]? 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? 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. 20Indeed, there is not a righteous man on earth who always does good and who never sins. 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