ecclesiastes 7 ampc

Why should you die before your time? 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]. 13Consider the work of God: Who can make straight what He has bent? And an [excellent] advantage for those who see the sun. 17Do not be excessively or willfully wicked and do not be a fool. 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? 20Indeed, there is not a righteous man on earth who always does good and who never sins. 23I have tested all this with wisdom. [b] 28 Or person. Copyright 1954, 1958, 1962, 1964, 1965, 1987 by The Lockman Foundation, Amplified Bible, Classic Edition (AMPC). I said, I will be wise [independently of God], but true wisdom was far from me. 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. 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. 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. Read the Bible, discover plans, and seek God every day. 21Also, do not take seriously everything that is said, so that you will not hear your servant cursing you, 22for you also know that you too have cursed others many times. Why should you die before your time? 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? By using our website, you accept our use of cookies as described in our Privacy Policy. 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. 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]. 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? 10Do not say, Why were the old days better than these? For it is not from wisdom that you ask about 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. 2: vanitas vanitatum dixit Ecclesiastes vanitas vanitatum omnia vanitas. 19Wisdom strengthens the wise man more than ten rulers who are in a city. 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. 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? 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. 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. It is good that you should take hold of this and from that withdraw not your hand; for he who [reverently] fears. 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. 17Do not be excessively or willfully wicked and do not be a fool. 11Wisdom along with an inheritance is good And an [excellent] advantage for those who see the sun. 19Wisdom strengthens the wise man more than ten rulers who are in a city. 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. 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. 11Wisdom along with an inheritance is good And an [excellent] advantage for those who see the sun. 3:23. 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. Why should you die before your time? 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. 24Whatever has been is far off, deeply remote and exceedingly mysterious. 23I have tested all this with wisdom. 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. 24 Wisdom is always distant and difficult to find. 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. 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. 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].. 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. 10Do not say, Why were the old days better than these? For it is not from wisdom that you ask about this. 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. 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 said, I will be wise [independently of God], but true wisdom was far from me. 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. 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. 8The end of a matter is better than its beginning; Patience of spirit is better than haughtiness of spirit (pride). 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]. For that [day of death] is the end of every man, And the living will take it to heart and solemnly ponder its meaning. 10Do not say, Why were the old days better than these? For it is not from wisdom that you ask about this. 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. 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, 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 his heart. 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, 19Wisdom strengthens the wise man more than ten rulers who are in a city. 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. 21Also, do not take seriously everything that is said, so that you will not hear your servant cursing you, [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. I said, I will be wise [independently of God], but true wisdom was far from me. 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. For wisdom is a defense even as money is a defense, but the excellency of knowledge is that wisdom shields. All things considered it is wiser to live a life of thoughtful self-restraint than to pursue a life of hedonism. 23I have tested all this with wisdom. [b] 28 Or person. 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. 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). Whoever pleases God will escape from her, but the sinner will be taken captive by her [evil]. Why should you die before your time? 22for you also know that you too have cursed others many times. 23I have tested all this with wisdom. 19Wisdom strengthens the wise man more than ten rulers who are in a city. 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]. 22for you also know that you too have cursed others many times. 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. 7For oppression makes a wise man foolish, And a bribe corrupts the [good judgment of the] heart. Why should you die before your time? Whoever pleases God will escape from her, but the sinner will be taken captive by her [evil]. 27Behold, I have discovered this, says the Preacher, while adding one thing to another to find an explanation, 9Do not be eager in your heart to be angry, For anger dwells in the heart of fools. 20Indeed, there is not a righteous man on earth who always does good and who never sins. It is better to go to the house of mournin. The one who fears God will avoid both extremesand will happily come forth with both wisdom and righteousness (compare Ecclesiastes 7:16 and 7:18). 24Whatever has been is far off, deeply remote and exceedingly mysterious. 9Do not be eager in your heart to be angry, For anger dwells in the heart of fools. 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. Why should you die before your time? 20Indeed, there is not a righteous man on earth who always does good and who never sins. 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]. 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? 22for you also know that you too have cursed others many times. 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. 20Indeed, there is not a righteous man on earth who always does good and who never sins. 24Whatever has been is far off, deeply remote and exceedingly mysterious. Consider the work of God: who can make straight what He has made crooked? 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]? 28which I am still seeking but have not found. Who can discover it [for it is beyond the grasp of man]? And a bribe corrupts the [good judgment of the] heart. 23I have tested all this with wisdom. I said, I will be wise [independently of God], but true wisdom was far from me. 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? 23I have tested all this with 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]. 23I have tested all this with wisdom. 22for you also know that you too have cursed others many times. 23I have tested all this with wisdom. 23I have tested all this with wisdom. [b] 28 Or person. Whoever pleases God will escape from her, but the sinner will be taken captive by her [evil]. For when a face is sad (deep in thought) the heart may be happy [because it is growing in wisdom]. [b] 28 Or person. The AMPC does this through the use of explanatory alternate readings and amplifications to assist the reader in . 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. I said, I will be wise [independently of God], but true wisdom was far from me. 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. 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. Why should you die before your time? 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. (23-29) Verses 1-6 Reputation for piety and honesty is more desirable than all the wealth and pleasure in this world. 3: quid habet amplius homo de universo labore suo quod laborat sub sole. 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]? 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. 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. 21Also, do not take seriously everything that is said, so that you will not hear your servant cursing you, ]. [b] 28 Or person. 22for you also know that you too have cursed others many times. 23I have tested all this with wisdom. Wisdom is as good as an inheritance, yes, more excellent it is for those [the living] who see the sun. 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. 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. 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. 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]. 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. 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. 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. 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. Why should you die before your time? Who can discover it [for it is beyond the grasp of man]? Whoever pleases God will escape from her, but the sinner will be taken captive by her [evil]. 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]? 10Do not say, Why were the old days better than these? For it is not from wisdom that you ask about this. The Amplified Bible Classic Edition (AMPC) was the first Bible project of The Lockman Foundation. 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]. 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. 9Do not be eager in your heart to be angry, 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]. [Isa. 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. 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. 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, For less than $5/mo. Whoever pleases God shall escape from her, but the sinner shall be taken by her. 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? 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