before the dust returns to the ground from which it came and the spirit returns to God who gave it. Context 7then the dust will return to the earth as it was, and the spirit will return to God who gave it. 8“Vanity of vanities,” says the Preacher, “all is vanity!” Purpose of the Preacher 9In addition to being a wise man, the Preacher also taught the people knowledge; and he pondered, searched out and arranged many proverbs. 10The Preacher sought to find delightful words and to write words of truth correctly. 11The words of wise men are like goads, and masters of these collections are like well-driven nails; they are given by one Shepherd. 12But beyond this, my son, be warned: the writing of many books is endless, and excessive devotion to books is wearying to the body. 13The conclusion, when all has been heard, is: fear God and keep His commandments, because this applies to every person. 14For God will bring every act to judgment, everything which is hidden, whether it is good or evil. Links Ecclesiastes 12:7 NIVEcclesiastes 12:7 NLT Ecclesiastes 12:7 ESV Ecclesiastes 12:7 NASB Ecclesiastes 12:7 KJV Ecclesiastes 12:7 Commentaries Bible Hub |
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