Ecclesiastes 11:9
The Scripture
(9) Rejoice, O young man, in thy youth; and let thy heart cheer thee in the days of thy youth, and walk in the ways of thine heart, and in the sight of thine eyes: but know thou, that for all these things God will bring thee into judgment.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
In this chapter the wise son of Hecalaih reflects on the futility of human plans and the uncertainty of life, urging the reader to store up treasures in heaven rather than in earthly possessions. He also warns against trusting in the fleeting nature of wealth and the importance of trusting God's providence over human schemes.
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Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
I Kings 18:27I Kings 22:15Luke 15:12Luke 15:13Ecclesiastes 12:1I Kings 18:12Lamentations 3:27Numbers 15:30Numbers 22:32Deuteronomy 29:19Job 31:7Psalms 81:12
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