2 A wise man's heart turns him toward his right hand, but a fool's heart toward his left. 10 Dead flies make the oil of the perfumer give off a foul odor; so a little foolishness [in one who is esteemed] outweighs wisdom and honor. Eat in the morning - A sign of intemperance (compare Isaiah 5:11). Ecclesiastes 10 Amplified Bible (AMP) A Little Foolishness. Gain a concise, fundamental grasp of what the Bible is all about with our NEW "Know the Bible" series. All rights reserved. Ecclesiastes 8 Ecclesiastes 10 Ecclesiastes 9 Amplified Bible (AMP) Men Are in the Hand of God 9 For I have taken all this to heart, exploring and examining it all, how the righteous (those in right standing with God) and the wise and their deeds are in the hands of God. Wisdom along with an inheritance is good And an [excellent] advantage for those who see the sun. This too is vanity (futility, false pride) and chasing after the wind. 11 There is no remembrance of earlier things, Nor also of the later things that are to come; There will be for them no remembrance By generations who will come after them. Take notes, highlights, and favorites to share or document personal thoughts. No man knows whether it will be love or hatred; anything awaits him. Advance your knowledge of Scripture with this resource library of over 40 reference books, including commentaries and Study Bible notes. To manage your subscription, visit your Bible Gateway account settings. Jump to: Bible Study Tools • Parallel Bible Verse • Bible Contextual Overview • Bible Verse Review • Bible Cross-References • Gill's Bible Notes • Clarke's Bible Notes • Barnes' Bible Notes Men are not preferred according to their merit. Ecclesiastes 5:10Amplified Bible (AMP) The Folly of Riches 10 He who loves money will not be satisfied with money, nor he who loves abundance with itsgain. 2 A wise man's heart is at his right hand; but a fool's heart at his left. 1 Dead flies make the oil of the perfumer give off a foul odor; so a little foolishness [in one who is esteemed] outweighs wisdom and honor. 1 Samuel 25:24 And fell at his feet, and said, Upon me, my lord, upon me let this iniquity be: and let thine handmaid, I pray thee, speak in thine audience, and hear the words of thine handmaid. Amplified Bible (AMP). The next step is to choose a monthly or yearly subscription, and then enter your payment information. A child - Rather, young. Copyright © 2015 by The Lockman Foundation, La Habra, CA 90631. Ecclesiastes 10:2 Context 1 Dead flies cause the ointment of the apothecary to send forth a stinking savour: so doth a little folly him that is in reputation for wisdom and honour. Want more information about Bible Gateway Plus? Ecclesiastes 10 A Little Foolishness 1 Dead flies make the oil of the perfumer give off a foul odor; so a little foolishness [in one who is esteemed] outweighs wisdom and honor. Don't have an account? Begin reading God's Word ad-free with instant access to your new online study library. 7 I have seen slaves riding on horses and princes walking like slaves on the ground. To subscribe at our regular subscription rate, click the button below. 10 If the axe is dull and he does not sharpen its edge, then he must exert more strength; but wisdom [to sharpen the axe] helps him succeed [with less effort]. 17 Blessed [prosperous and admired] are you, O land, when your king is a man of noble birth, and your princes and officials feast at the proper time—for strength and not for drunkenness. 19 The officials make a feast for enjoyment [instead of repairing what is broken], and serve wine to make life merry, and money is the answer to everything. 3 Even as fools walk along the road, they lack sense. You’re already logged in with your Bible Gateway account. 2 A wise man's heart turns him toward his right hand, but a fool's heart toward his left. Try Bible Gateway Plus free for 30 days. You can cancel anytime during the trial period. 2 A wise man’s heart turns him toward the right [which is the way of blessing], but a fool’s heart turns him toward the left [which is the way of condemnation]. 6 One hand full of rest and patience is better than two fists full of labor and chasing after the wind. Ecclesiastes 9-10 Amplified Bible (AMP) Men Are in the Hand of God. 2 The heart of the wise inclines to the right, but the heart of the fool to the left. Ecclesiastes 10 Wisdom Better than Folly. 16 Woe to you, O land, when your king is a child and when your [incompetent] officials and princes feast in the morning. 10:4-10 Solomon appears to caution men not to seek redress in a hasty manner, nor to yield to pride and revenge. You'll get this book and many others when you join Bible Gateway Plus. Starting your free trial of Bible Gateway Plus is easy. Ecclesiastes 10:18 : Ecclesiastes 10:20 >> American Standard Version A feast is made for laughter, and wine maketh glad the life; and money answereth all things. 11 If the serpent bites before being charmed, then there is no profit for the charmer. (4-10) Of foolish talk. It has already existed for [the vast] ages [of time recorded or unrecorded] Which were before us. for. There is one fate for the righteous and for the wicked; for the good, for the … Ecclesiastes 11 Chapter 10 This chapter seems to be like Solomon’s proverbs, a collection of wise sayings and observations, rather than a part of his sermon; but the preacher studied to be sententious, and "set in order many proverbs,’’ to be brought in in his preaching. Upgrade, and get the most out of your new account. 25:31-41.] Ecclesiastes 10:10 in all English translations, Amplified Large-Print Bible--bonded leather, burgundy, Amplified Holy Bible: Captures the Full Meaning Behind the Original Greek and Hebrew - eBook, Amplified Compact Holy Bible--soft leather-look, camel/burgundy, Amplified Thinline Holy Bible--bonded leather, burgundy, Amplified Thinline Holy Bible--bonded leather, black (indexed). Ecclesiastes 11 Amplified Bible (AMP) Cast Your Bread on the Waters. 10 If the axe is dull and he does not sharpen its edge, then he must exert more strength; but wisdom [to sharpen the axe] helps him succeed [with less effort]. Try it free for 30 days. Son of nobles - i. e., of a noble disposition. 11 There is no remembrance of earlier things, Nor also of the later things that are to come; There will be for them no remembrance . 18 Through laziness the rafters [of state affairs] decay and the roof sags, and through idleness [the roof of] the house leaks. Learn more. Ecclesiastes 10:16. Amplified Thinline Holy Bible--bonded leather, burgundy, Amplified Thinline Holy Bible--bonded leather, black (indexed). If the spirit of the ruler rise up against thee, leave not thy place; for yielding pacifieth great offences. Ecclesiastes 10:18 Creating an account allows you to access more features and content such as: Reading the Bible is rewarding, and these plans make it easy! 11 There is no remembrance of earlier things, Nor also of the later things that are to come; There will be for them no remembrance By generations who will come after them. 10 Whatever your hand finds to do, do it with all your might, for there is no work or device or knowledge or wisdom in Sheol (the place of the dead), where you are going. 12 The words of a wise man’s mouth are gracious and win him favor, but the lips of a fool consume him; 13 the beginning of [a]his talking is foolishness and the end of his talk is wicked madness. 2 A wise man’s heart turns him toward the right [which is the way of blessing], but a fool’s heart turns him toward the left [which is the way of condemnation]. Ecclesiastes 10:1-20. 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. 10 Dead flies make the oil of the perfumer give off a foul odor; so a little foolishness [in one who is esteemed] outweighs wisdom and honor. Do not say, “Why were the old days better than these?” For it is not from wisdom that you ask about this. and show everyone how stupid they are. Solomon is teaching us that now is the time to work with care, energy, and purpose to get the most and the best from life and to prepare for the hereafter.His basic reason is that the clock is ticking. 1 As dead flies give perfume a bad smell, so a little folly outweighs wisdom and honor. Ecclesiastes 10:10 Amplified Bible (AMP) 10 If the axe is dull and he does not sharpen its edge, then he must exert more strength; but wisdom [to sharpen the axe] helps him succeed [with less effort]. 10 Is there anything of which it can be said, “See this, it is new”? Ecclesiastes 10:17. Ecclesiastes 10:8 He who digs a pit [for others] will fall into it, and whoever breaks through a fence or a [stone] wall, a serpent will bite him. What are the benefits of creating an account? 2 A wise man’s heart turns him toward the right [which is the way of blessing], but a fool’s heart turns him toward the left [which is the way of condemnation]. 9 He who quarries stones may be hurt with them, and he who splits logs may be endangered by them. Upgrade to the best Bible Gateway experience! It has already existed for [the vast] ages [of time recorded or unrecorded] Which were before us. lives a long life in [spite of] his wickedness. The word is applied to Rehoboam 2 Chronicles 13:7 at the time of his accession to the throne, when he was 41 years old. 1 DEAD FLIES cause the ointment of the perfumer to putrefy [and] send forth a vile odor; so does a little folly [in him who is valued for wisdom] outweigh wisdom and honor. 9 For I have taken all this to heart, exploring and examining it all, how the righteous (those in right standing with God) and the wise and their deeds are in the hands of God. Verse Comparison: Ecclesiastes 10:19. Ecclesiastes 3:10-14. For 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. 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? Enter your credit card information to ensure uninterrupted service following your free trial. Copyright © 2015 by The Lockman Foundation, La Habra, CA 90631. 1 DEAD FLIES cause the ointment of the perfumer to putrefy [and] send forth a vile odor; so does a little folly [in him who is valued for wisdom] outweigh wisdom and honor. 10 Dead flies make the oil of the perfumer give off a foul odor; so a little foolishness [in one who is esteemed] outweighs wisdom and honor. Ecclesiastes 10:1-20. Son of nobles - i. e., of a noble disposition. 11 If the serpent bites before being charmed, then there is no profit for the charmer. 10 Is there anything of which it can be said, “See this, it is new”? You’ve already claimed your free trial of Bible Gateway Plus. It has already existed for [the vast] ages [of time recorded or unrecorded] Which were before us. Ecclesiastes 8:3 Be not hasty to go out of his sight: stand not in an evil thing; for he doeth whatsoever pleaseth him. 5 There is an evil I have seen under the sun, like an error which proceeds from the ruler— 6 folly is set in many exalted places and in great dignity while the rich sit in humble places. 14 Yet the fool multiplies words, though no man knows what will happen, and who can tell him what will come after he is gone? Do not, in a passion, quit thy post of duty; wait awhile, and thou wilt find that yielding pacifies great offences. 11 Cast your bread on the surface of the waters, [be diligently active, make thoughtful decisions], for you will [] find it after many days. By generations who will come after them. This too is vanity (emptiness). 8 He who digs a pit [for others] may fall into it, and a serpent may bite him who breaks through a [stone] wall. 11 The words of the wise are like [prodding] goads, and these collected sayings are [firmly fixed in the mind] like well-driven nails; they are given by one Shepherd. Eat in the morning - A sign of intemperance (compare Isaiah 5:11). 2 Give a portion to seven, or even [divide it] to eight, for you do not know what misfortune may occur on the earth. Ecclesiastes 9:10. Three easy steps to start your free trial subscription to Bible Gateway Plus. It looks like you’re already subscribed to Bible Gateway Plus! The Amplified Bible Ecclesiastes 10:10 If the ax is dull and the man does not whet the edge, he must put forth more strength; but wisdom helps him to succeed. Your credit card won’t be charged until the trial period is over. 4 I have seen that every [effort in] labor and every skill in work comes from man’s rivalry with his neighbor. (1-3) Respecting subjects and rulers. Try it for 30 days FREE. Ecclesiastes 10 1 DEAD FLIES cause the ointment of the perfumer to putrefy [and] send forth a vile odor; so does a little folly [in him who is valued for wisdom] outweigh wisdom and honor. Create or log in to your Bible Gateway account. 2 It is the same for all. To preserve a character for wisdom. [Matt. Ecclesiastes 10:17. We let our requests for what we think we need from God be made known to Him with ease. An integrated digital Bible study library - including complete notes from the Believer's Bible Commentary and the Cultural Backgrounds Study Bible (NIV and NRSV) - is just a step away! Bible > AMP > Ecclesiastes 12 ... 10 The Preacher sought to find delightful words, even to write correctly words of truth. All rights reserved. (16-20) Verses 1-3 Those especially who make a profession of religion, should keep from all appearances of evil. 15 The labor of a fool so wearies him [because he is ignorant] that he does not even know how to go to a city. A child - Rather, young. Ecclesiastes 10:16. 10 Is there anything of which it can be said, “See this, it is new”? Some commentators describe Ecclesiastes 3:12 as negative because they understand the phrase, “there is nothing better,” as implying something “second-best.” They almost seem insulted that God has “tossed them a crumb.” But look again at what God has counseled that we should do! Proverbs 25:15 5 The fool folds his hands [together] and consumes his own flesh [destroying himself by idleness and apathy]. Ecclesiastes 10:18 (11-15) Duties of rulers and subjects. 20 Moreover, do not curse the king, even in your bedroom, and in your sleeping rooms do not curse the rich, for a bird of the air will carry the sound and a winged creature will make the matter known. The word is applied to Rehoboam 2 Chronicles 13:7 at the time of his accession to the throne, when he was 41 years old. Bible > AMP > Ecclesiastes 10 ... 10 If the axe is dull and he does not sharpen its edge, then he must exert more strength; but wisdom [to sharpen the axe] helps him succeed [with less effort]. 3 Even when a fool walks along the road, his [common] sense and good judgment fail him and he demonstrates to everyone that he is a fool. Time is running out. 4 If the temper of the ruler rises against you, do not leave your post [showing resistance], because composure and calmness prevent great offenses. 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