Ecclesiastes 8:12
The Scripture
(12) Though a sinner do evil an hundred times, and his days be prolonged, yet surely I know that it shall be well with them that fear God, which fear before him:
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
In this chapter the wise man reflects on the futility of seeking wealth and pleasure, noting that they bring only temporary satisfaction. He reminds readers that the fear of God and reverence for the law are the only lasting comforts, urging a return to moral values over fleeting earthly desires.
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Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Ecclesiastes 5:16Ecclesiastes 7:15I Kings 2:5I Kings 2:6I Kings 2:7I Kings 2:8I Kings 2:9I Kings 21:25I Kings 22:34I Kings 22:35Proverbs 13:21Isaiah 65:20
Related verses (shared words)
II Kings 4:26Jeremiah 44:25Jeremiah 4:30I Corinthians 7:30II Corinthians 7:8