the preacher sets forth certain deductions. He would have us to take occasion hence, not to charge God with iniquity, but to charge the world with vanity. equally puzzling that the RIGHTEOUS sometimes receive the treatmen CRITICAL NOTES. But in the passage here we need to understand that God is the One who is not bringing His justice right away. Salem Media Group. He is not out to destroy us but to save us, as Hes said time and again. Then I commended mirth, because a man hath no better thing under the sun, than to eat, and to drink, and to be merry: for that shall abide with him of his labour the days of his life, which God giveth him under the sun. The statement There is no release from that [or the] war could refer figuratively to the march into death that all face or simply be metaphoric for Theres no getting out of this. Then the final line, and wickedness will not deliver those who are given to it, would tie back to the turn to wrongdoing in verse 3. man's wisdom makes his face to shine, and the boldness of his face Honor the king (1 Peter 2:17 1 Peter 2:17Honor all men. No man has any power over the spirit. In the midst of a miscarriage, a failed friendship, or job loss, the preacher would remind us that 'there is a time for. CHARACTERS: God, Solomon. Solomon commended joy, and holy security of mind, arising from confidence in God, because a man has no better thing under the sun, though a good man has much better things above the sun, than soberly and thankfully to use the things of this life according to his rank. We must keep in due subjection to the government God has set over us ( v. 2-5 ). Under the sun, man, life is just very shallow and you live life in a very shallow level, and. Prudence before kings (Ecclesiastes 8:1)_ As has been pointed out before, some take a low view of the refrain. I. The change of face here also reflects a new face on the problems previously discussed. Commentary, explanation and study verse by verse. I commend joy, he says (Ecclesiastes 8:15 Ecclesiastes 8:15Then I commended mirth, because a man has no better thing under the sun, than to eat, and to drink, and to be merry: for that shall abide with him of his labor the days of his life, which God gives him under the sun.American King James Version), and the word he uses for commend is a Hebrew word for praise (shabach). The Preaching the Word commentary goes on to state that those who fear God are said to fear before him (Ecclesiastes 8:12 Ecclesiastes 8:12Though 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:American King James Version), meaning that they know they are in his presence. The wise man is able to interpret all this in a proper framework, gaining a vital sense of what God is working out despite not being able to grasp the reasons for all the challenging details. And thus, it appears that the evil man is getting away with his evil actions, his evil deeds. and vexations arising from the vanity of the world. Because He doesn't execute His sentence speedily, because He doesn't immediately come down to the fist of judgment upon a man, a man many times thinks he's getting away with his evil. speaks in the person of the libertine, representing the objections of American King James Version). This equal mind, expressing itself in a grave dignified bearing, is, with them, well-nigh indispensable to success in, public life. It doesn't matter to God that I'm living an immoral life, because look at all that I have." Whoso keeps the commandment shall feel no evil thing: and a wise man's heart discerns both time and judgment. There is a vanity which is done upon the earth Either by wicked potentates, who do commonly advance unworthy men, and oppress persons of the greatest virtue and merit: or, by God's providence, who sees it fit for many weighty reasons so to manage the affairs of the present world. He believed, even when there was no evidence for believing! (quoted on p. 135). Keeping this in mind results in a deep and abiding reverence for Godloving and trusting Him while recognizing His supreme power and holiness (see Hebrews 12:28-29 Hebrews 12:28-29 [28] Why we receiving a kingdom which cannot be moved, let us have grace, whereby we may serve God acceptably with reverence and godly fear: That Jesus isn't coming again. CHARACTERS: God, Solomon. But this wording requires a text emendation. But if they find the kings command unreasonable, wisdom will show them a way out. That is because people end up sitting on death row for decades. Love the brotherhood. that vanity to which man has been made subject EXPOSITION He doesn't strike immediately, but oftentimes forestalls judgment for months, for years. Ecclesiastes 8:14-15 meaning Although life is mysterious, Solomon has discovered by submitting to the God of Mystery, rather than trying to make sense of the world through human experience, he can enjoy and appreciate the best life has to offer. The wicked will not ultimately be prolonged, yet the righteous will. The NIV renders the phrase in verses 5 and 6 as proper time and procedure. The New American Commentary notes: The wise man thus waits for the proper moment to make his case or take a stand and does not waste his influence on a lost cause (v. 3b). pleasant, and not distress themselves about things they cannot This is not speaking of understanding that there will be a future judgment from God, though that is mentioned later in chapter 8. Ecclesiastes 2:14; I know that, whatever God does, it shall be for ever: nothing can be put to it, nor any thing taken from it: and God does it, that men should fear before him. In view of these contradictions, Solomon again recommended the enjoyment of life, not in a pleasure-mad way but in the sense of enjoying the fruits of ones labor (cf. Verses 12-13 show that beyond the prolonged days of the wicked today, it will be well with those who fear God but not for the wicked who do not. It doesn't matter to God that I lie or I steal or whatever because look, I'm blessed. That you might fear the LORD your God, to keep all his statutes and his commandments, which I command you, you, and your son, and your son's son, all the days of your life; and that your days may be prolonged. 196-197). Blue Letter Bible study tools make reading, searching and studying the Bible easy and rewarding. That both he himself and many others had very closely studied the point, and searched far into the reasons of the prosperity of the wicked and the afflictions of the righteous. If the spirit of the ruler rise up against you, leave not your place; for yielding pacifies great offenses. And people begin to misinterpret the long-suffering of God. Note that the obedience to the king is for the sake of your oath to God (same verse). There is futility which is done on the earth, that is, there are And so I saw the wicked buried, who had come and gone from the place of the holy, and they were forgotten in the city where they had so done: this is also vanity ( Ecclesiastes 8:9-10 ). Verse 14 repeats the dilemma of Ecclesiastes 7:15 Ecclesiastes 7:15All things have I seen in the days of my vanity: there is a just man that perishes in his righteousness, and there is a wicked man that prolongs his life in his wickedness.American King James Versionthe righteous suffering what wickedness is supposed to result in and the wicked receiving what righteousness is supposed to result in. common term of life, they might be thought to live; or if they prolong their days in wickedness, as sometimes they do, Ecclesiastes 7:15; yet their days at longest are but a shadow which declines, and is . United Church of Godis a501(c)3organization. man's present life is under the sun, and is continued as long as You can't really come to the king and say, "Hey, what are you doing?" Then I commended mirth, because a man hath no better thing under the sun, than, For that shall abide with him of his labor, and that this should accompany him in his labor, Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers, Keil and Delitzsch Biblical Commentary on the Old Testament. Wise and good men have, of old, been perplexed with this difficulty, how the prosperity of the wicked and the troubles of the righteous can be reconciled with the holiness and goodness of the God that governs the world. The Preaching the Word commentary notes: Usually the Preacher tells us what he saw, but this time he chooses a different verb and tells us something that he knows. This is not something that he has seen from a distance, but something he has grasped with the rational conviction of his own mind. 3. What else had he seen? because a man hath no better thing under the sun than to Now in chapter 8, Solomon tells us to exercise wisdom and righteousness to help reduce and manage problems in many cases, maintain proper perspective and find joy in life and ultimate reward from God. It will hasten it. and because they had not so much of them: as others; who yet had The place of holiness to which they had come and gone is not clear. Things being so, as was related, interpretation of a thing?_ In the Vulgate these two questions end the ". Ecclesiastes 8:15 "Then I commended mirth, because a man hath no better thing under the sun, than to eat, and to drink, and to be merry: for that shall abide with him of his labour the days of his life, which God giveth him under the sun." King James Version (KJV) < Previous Verse Next Verse > View Chapter Ecclesiastes 8:15 Context It's because they are misinterpreting the patience of God waiting for men to be saved, because God is not willing that any should perish. Thinks that he has been clever and has hid his sin from God, or worse yet, thinks that God is condoning what he has done. American King James Version; and read all of this psalm). [21] Also take no heed to all words that are spoken; lest you hear your servant curse you: There is no man that has power over the spirit to retain the spirit; neither has he power in the day of death: and there is no discharge in that war; neither shall wickedness deliver those that are given to it. That it was all labour in vain, Ecclesiastes 8:17; Ecclesiastes 8:17. No power in death. Solomon next mentions seeing the wicked buried (verse 10). Ecclesiastes 8:15 teaches us to be joyful in all circumstances. these men against divine Providence, and the inferences they dra Because sentence against an evil work is not executed speedily, "It doesn't really matter to God how I live. . If moral evil is in view, perhaps the sense is becoming a civil lawbreaker. (9 sessions) This study is part of the LifeLight Bible study series of in-depth studies of Bible books. Article Images Copyright 2023 Getty Images unless otherwise indicated. Then I commended mirth,. Innocent mirth, a cheerfulness of spirit in whatsoever state condition men are; serenity and tranquillity of mind, thankfulness for what they have, and a free and comfortable use of it; this the wise man praised and recommended to good men, as being much better than to fret at the prosperity of the wicked, and the seemingly unequal distribution of things in this world, and because they had not so much of them: as others; who yet had reason to be thankful for what they had, and to lift up their heads and be cheerful, and rejoice in hope of the glory of God in another world. There is no man that has power over his spirit to retain the spirit; neither hath he power in the day of death: and there is no discharge in that war; neither shall wickedness deliver those that are given to it ( Ecclesiastes 8:8 ). You see, the real delay in the return of Jesus Christ is just God's unwillingness that men should perish. Do not take your stand for an evil thing, for he does whatever pleases him." Where the word of a king is, there is power; The writer returns to the sentiment expressed already (Ecclesiastes What happens to one happens to the other. The mention of an oath to God may bring to mind the need to follow through on vows to God in Ecclesiastes 5. Now because sentence against an evil work is not executed speedily, therefore the heart of the sons of men is fully set in them to do evil ( Ecclesiastes 8:11 ). And one ruling another to that ones own hurt here is evidently a mistranslation. Let us hear the conclusion of the whole matter: Fear God, and keep his commandments: for this is the whole duty of man. with him of his labour the days of his life, which God giveth _There is a vanity which is done upon the earth_ Either by wicked Be the first to review this product. Then I commended merriment, because a man hath no better thing ( Ecclesiastes 8:15 ), And this is his human philosophy and human reasoning coming out again. They begin to scoff at it, even as Peter said they would. can do is to enjoy life while he has it. 2. His survey now digresses to consider a wise man's responsibility when thankfulness for what they have, and a free and comfortable use heads and be cheerful, and rejoice in hope of the glory of God in When we look upon all the works of God and his providence, and compare one part with another, we cannot find that there is any such certain method by which the work that is done under the sun is directed; we cannot discover any key by which to decipher the character, nor by consulting precedents can we know the practice of this court, nor what the judgment will be. Yet that is only for now. [7] If you endure chastening, God deals with you as with sons; for what son is he whom the father chastens not? Though a sinner do evil an hundred times, and his days be prolonged ( Ecclesiastes 8:12 ), Remember he was talking about how he saw that the ungodly man was living a long life, the righteous were dying young and the ungodly were living long. There is no specific reference to the government being righteous here, and the verses appear to end with the problem of human rule doing harm (verse 9), which we will return to. He would have us not to fret and perplex ourselves about it, or make ourselves uneasy, but cheerfully to enjoy what God has given us in the world, to be content with it and make the best of it, though it be much better with others, and such as we think very unworthy (Ecclesiastes 8:15; Ecclesiastes 8:15): Then I commended joy, a holy security and serenity of mind, arising from a confidence in God, and his power, providence, and promise, because a man has no better thing under the sun (though a good man has much better things above the sun) than to eat and drink, that is, soberly and thankfully to make use of the things of this life according as his rank is, and to be cheerful, whatever happens, for that shall abide with him of his labour. 16 When I applied mine heart to know wisdom, and to see the business that is done upon the earth: (for also there is that neither day nor night seeth sleep with his eyes:) 17 Then I beheld all the work of God, that a man cannot find out the work that is done under the sun: because though a man labour to seek it out, yet he shall not find it; yea further; though a wise man think to know it, yet shall he not be able to find it. The Then I commended mirth, because a man hath no better thing under the Be discreet in relation with a ruler. carried out. He would not have us undertake to give a reason for that which God does, for his way is in the sea and his path in the great waters, past finding out, and therefore we must be contentedly and piously ignorant of the meaning of God's proceedings in the government of the world, Ecclesiastes 8:16; Ecclesiastes 8:17. Rather, the meaning here is that the prudent, law-abiding citizen will receive no punishment from the governmentat least, generally speaking. American King James Version). People should not despair over these problems, but rather enjoy whatever God has given them in life (15). Because to every purpose there is time and judgment, therefore the misery of man is great upon him. 2. 39.). i. Who knows anything? eat, and to "There is no man that hath power, etc." ( Ecclesiastes 8:8 ). forgotten, the wicked enjoy honour and long life; the best thing a man And the LORD commanded us to do all these statutes, to fear the LORD our God, for our good always, that he might preserve us alive, as it is at this day. That shall abide with him during the days of his life which God gives him under the sun. Ecclesiastes 8:11. He's very patient. of earthly things there is nothing better than for a man freely Where the word of the king is, there is power: and who may say unto him, What are you doing? sun, than to eat, and to drink, and to be merry: for that shall abide By any of these interpretations, many see here a statement about not being able to withstand the inevitability of death generally. His reply is not an observation, but the answer of faith. He believes what he cannot seethat one day all will be well for everyone who lives in the fear of God (Ryken, p. 196). The words There is are in italics in the NKJV, showing theyve been added to the original wordingunnecessarily in this case. Nor does it mean that the person will be afforded protection by the government, though he or she well may, as all do to some extent. Who makes this observation? Ecclesiastes 3:12; Ecclesiastes 3:13; Ecclesiastes 3:22; Ecclesiastes Chapter 8 is similar. Solomon in Proverbs 10:7 Proverbs 10:7The memory of the just is blessed: but the name of the wicked shall rot.American King James Versionwrote, The memory of the righteous is blessed, but the name of the wicked will rot. Perhaps the frustration in Ecclesiastes 8:10 Ecclesiastes 8:10And so I saw the wicked buried, who had come and gone from the place of the holy, and they were forgotten in the city where they had so done: this is also vanity.American King James Versionis simply that the wicked were able to die and receive a proper burial after a long life without having to face up to what theyd doneall the while having been permitted in life to be regularly in Gods temple, a sacrilege and mockery of religion. Furthermore, the verses in chapter 8 do not seem to speak of human government rectifying problems so much as of us taking care to not run afoul of government (we will see similar verses in this regard in chapter 10). If, for example, people work in the kings palace, they will do what the king says, partly because they have sworn before God to be obedient and partly because they will be punished if they disobey. Verse 7 in context presents more about the need for discerning the right time and way. Ecclesiastes 7:19-8. Life is empty. Ecclesiastes 8:14-17 This is the perspective that must be maintainedalong with understanding what the future will bring. God will judge. Mirth therefore, and a contented enjoyment of God's gifts, preferable to immoderate care and search, Ecclesiastes 8:15. When on the cross, it said, "He bowed his head and dismissed His Spirit" ( John 19:30 ). him from his labour. the righteous often suffer, and the wicked prosper. [10] For they truly for a few days chastened us after their own pleasure; but he for our profit, that we might be partakers of his holiness. THE FOLLOWING COMMENTARY COVERS CHAPTER S 1 THROUGH 12. This would also seem to tie in to the warning against turning to wickedness at the end of Ecclesiastes 8:8 Ecclesiastes 8:8There is no man that has power over the spirit to retain the spirit; neither has he power in the day of death: and there is no discharge in that war; neither shall wickedness deliver those that are given to it.American King James Version. Where the verse says they were forgotten, many others render this they were praised, reasoning that the positive eulogizing of the wicked after all their evil must be the vanity or frustration mentioned. Product Identifiers Ecclesiastes 8:15 KJ21 Then I commended mirth, because a man hath no better thing under the sun than to eat and to drink and to be merry, for that shall abide with him from his labor the days of his life, which God giveth him under the sun. In fact, Solomon himself wrote elsewhere, The fear of the LORD prolongs days, but the years of the wicked will be shortened (Proverbs 10:27 Proverbs 10:27The fear of the LORD prolongs days: but the years of the wicked shall be shortened.American King James Version). They should not spend weary days and sleepless nights puzzling over problems to which only God knows the answer (16-17). Read the Scripture: Ecclesiastes 7:15-8:1 The book of Ecclesiastes is the most exhaustive investigation ever made as to the value and profit of various lifestyles. 4: generatio praeterit et generatio advenit terra vero in aeternum stat. American King James Version). [17] Be not over much wicked, neither be you foolish: why should you die before your time? Wisdom can enable a person to avoid the kings wrath (Ecclesiastes 8:2-9), but it cannot enable him or her to understand fully why God deals with people as He does (Ecclesiastes 8:10-17). and who knows the interpretation of a thing? What does Ecclesiastes 8:15 mean? Solomon's pencil. mind, thankfulness for what they have, and a free and comfortab Then I commended mirth, because a man hath no better thing under the Perhaps the locale of a funeral was intendedor, as some suggest, the holy city of Jerusalem. Help for Today, Hope for Tomorrow| Learn more With a UCG.org account you will be able to save items to read and study later! 21st Century King James Version. The dead would not have been taken to the temple, for that would have been ceremonially defiling. (Needing to give such instruction without any self-serving appearance could be part of why Solomon referred to himself as the Preacher throughout the book rather than as king.). God is exceedingly long-suffering. Of that Solomon is certain. evil. In the person of a sensual man. And the word forgotten does work here. Yet these words of the Preacher show us the futility and foolishness of a life lived without an eternal perspective. I counsel thee to keep the king's commandmen 1 Timothy 4:3; 1 Timothy 4:4; 1 Timothy 6:17; Ecclesiastes 2:24; and who knows the interpretation of a thing? There is no use in repining or rebelling; _true wisdom PrivacyPolicyTerms ofUse. Here are given the four uncertainties mentioned above, the verse means that, "Not even great wealth will enable the wealthy to defy these limitations." [15] No discharge in war regards the uncertainty that threatens one who may be drafted into a war by some absolute monarch. Verse 12 seems to support the past perpetuation of the wicked as the frustration, as it mentions the sinners days being prolonged. Still, we must not treat God flippantly or carelessly. [18] It is good that you should take hold of this; yes, also from this withdraw not your hand: for he that fears God shall come forth of them all. [26] And I find more bitter than death the woman, whose heart is snares and nets, and her hands as bands: whoever pleases God shall escape from her; but the sinner shall be taken by her. seventh chapter, to which they evidently belong. Still, the language resembles the skeptical precept (1Co 15:32), introduced only to be refuted; and "abide" is too strong language, perhaps, for a religious man to apply to "eating" and "mirth.". THE PROBLEM OF THE It will help us through the quandary that still remains for this age. Verse 1 extols having wisdom. The wicked go unpunished and, even when they are dead and buried, people still praise them for their achievements in life (9-10). Many claim that the death penalty is an ineffective deterrent to capital crime today. ECCLESIASTES 8:14. We must get ready for sudden evils, and especially for sudden death (v. 6-8). let us eat and drink; for to morrow we die. To report dead links, typos, or html errors or suggestions about making these resources more useful use the convenient, International Standard Bible Encyclopedia. and cheerfully, with moderation and thankfulness, to enjoy what This joy will make labor more enjoyable. Please enter your email address associated with your Salem All-Pass account, then click Continue. man's present life is under the sun, and is continued as long as it pleases god; though it is but short, rather to be counted by days than years, and is a laborious one; and all that he gets by his labour, enjoyed by him, is to eat and drink cheerfully; and this he may expect to have and continue with him as long as he lives, even food Honor the king. III. And this is further tied back to the warning in Ecclesiastes7:17: Do not be overly wicked, nor be foolish: Why should you die before your time? A turn to lawlessness will not stave off the punishment of death. The sentiment CHAPTER 8 serving the king, followed by a number Ecclesiastes 7:19-8 For the time being we are subject to human rule. We must arm ourselves against the temptation of an oppressive government and not think it strange (v. 9, 10). Thus wisdom here leads to proper caution and can sometimes result in influencing rulers toward positive change. Recall that this comes on the heels of Solomon presenting humanity as corrupt in chapter 7. 15 Then I commended mirth, because a man hath no better thing under the sun, than to eat, and to drink, and to be merry: for that shall abide with him of his labour the days of his life, which God giveth him under the sun. God's purpose must be The sentiment of this verse is a frequent conclusion of the writers personal experience (compare marginal references), and is unfairly charged with Epicureanism. Hebrew word is applied not only to the pleasures arising from the If after the manner of men I have fought with beasts at Ephesus, what advantages it me, if the dead rise not? And they begin to make fun of the return of Jesus Christ. California - Do Not Sell My Personal Information. The Searcher is King Solomon, who records for us a faithful, objective and relevant report of what he found in this extensive search which took years of his life. [20] For there is not a just man on earth, that does good, and sins not. The Hebrew word is applied not only to the pleasures arising from the physical senses, but also frequently to religious joy. Yet this is with the realization that God loves us and wants the best for us. But the person who fears God knows that God is always near. We come now to the last part of the books third major section, which began in chapter 6, dealing with explaining and applying the plan of God in light of it seeming to be unfair. 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