Ecclesiastes 8:7
The Scripture
(7) For he knoweth not that which shall be: for who can tell him when it shall be?
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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