Ecclesiastes 5:9
The Scripture
(9) Moreover the profit of the earth is for all: the king himself is served by the field.
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.
Read the full chapter and its overview →Cross-references
Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Genesis 1:29Genesis 1:30Genesis 3:17Genesis 3:18Genesis 3:19Psalms 104:14Psalms 104:15Psalms 115:16Proverbs 13:23Proverbs 27:23Proverbs 27:24Proverbs 27:25
Related verses (shared words)