Ecclesiastes 9:7
The Scripture
(7) Go thy way, eat thy bread with joy, and drink thy wine with a merry heart; for God now accepteth thy works.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
After the death of his son, Solomon reflects on the fleeting nature of human life and the futility of seeking pleasure. He urges the reader to fear God and keep his commandments, for all that is gained is temporary.
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Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Genesis 12:19Mark 7:29John 4:50Ecclesiastes 2:24Ecclesiastes 2:25Ecclesiastes 2:26Ecclesiastes 3:12Ecclesiastes 3:13Ecclesiastes 5:18Ecclesiastes 8:15Ecclesiastes 10:19Deuteronomy 12:7
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