Ecclesiastes 5:10
The Scripture
(10) He that loveth silver shall not be satisfied with silver; nor he that loveth abundance with increase: this is also vanity.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
In this chapter the wise man reflects on the futility of human toil and the vanity of seeking pleasure, noting that even the most diligent work is ultimately meaningless. He urges listeners to pay attention to the simple pleasures of life and to consider the fleeting nature of all things.
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Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
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