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Ecclesiastes 11:8

King James Version (KJV)

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Ecclesiastes 11:8

Verse 8 of 10

Scripture focus

But if a man live many years, [and] rejoice in them all; yet let him remember the days of darkness; for they shall be many. All that cometh [is] vanity.

Ecclesiastes 11:8 — KJV

Commentary

Commentary on Ecclesiastes 11:8

Theological / Devotional

And rejoice. Better, “let him rejoice.” The conjunction “and” is not in the Hebrew. Life is altogether too brief, and man’s allotted span of time must be used to advantage. If one is blessed with long life, the time should all be profitably and happily spent.

The days of darkness. The adverse experiences of life should be remembered for their disciplinary value. Deliverance from danger and loss should be duly appreciated. Some commentators apply the expression “darkness” to the grave, quoting Ps. 88:12; 143:3; cf. Job 10:21,22.

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