We must arm ourselves against the temptation of an oppressive government and not think it strange (v. 9, 10). God does care. No man has any power over the spirit. He saw wicked men to whom it happened according to the work of the righteous, who prospered as remarkably as if they had been rewarded for some good deed, and that from themselves, from God, from men. [9] Furthermore we have had fathers of our flesh which corrected us, and we gave them reverence: shall we not much rather be in subjection to the Father of spirits, and live? Some see it as a worthless cause, calamitous outcome or anything the king would not like. Verse 12 seems to support the past perpetuation of the wicked as the frustration, as it mentions the sinners days being prolonged. 3:22 ) ( 5:18 ) ; 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). 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. "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.". American King James Version). And it's probably true. Thus the Preacher warns against a capricious desertion of ones post (cf. 14 Things just continue as they were from the beginning.'" 2:24; Ecclesiastes 3:12; Ecclesiastes 3:22; Ecclesiastes 5:17). Of the righteous and the wicked (Ecclesiastes 8:11) And thus, it appears that the evil man is getting away with his evil actions, his evil deeds. drinking, and all manner of carnal deli Ecclesiastes 8:15 commended H7623 (H8765) enjoyment H8057 man H120 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. and because they had not so much of them: as others; who yet had because a man hath no better thing under the sun than to eat, and to drink, and to be merry; of earthly things there is nothing better than for a man freely and cheerfully, with moderation and thankfulness, to enjoy what God has given him; this is what had been observed before, Ecclesiastes 2:24; and is not the language of an epicure, or a carnal man, who observing that no difference is made between the righteous and the wicked, that it is as well or better with the wicked than the righteous, determines to give up himself to sensual lusts and pleasures; but it is the good and wholesome advice of the wise man, for men to be easy under every providence, satisfied with their present condition and circumstances, and be cheerful and pleasant, and not distress themselves about things they cannot alter; for that shall abide with him of his labour the days of his life. 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. And, as the end of verse 1 tells us, this wisdom can dispel the gloom and brighten mans otherwise hard looks (Walter Kaiser, Ecclesiastes: Total Life, p. 89). What else had he seen? That it was all labour in vain, Ecclesiastes 8:17; Ecclesiastes 8:17. reason to be thankful for what they had, and to lift up their interpretation of a thing?_ In the Vulgate these two questions end the Yet these words of the Preacher show us the futility and foolishness of a life lived without an eternal perspective. If after the manner of men I have fought with beasts at Ephesus, what advantages it me, if the dead rise not? 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 begin to scoff at it, even as Peter said they would. Ecclesiastes 8:10 i _Then I commended mirth_ As before in chs. [21] Also take no heed to all words that are spoken; lest you hear your servant curse you: 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. observing that no difference is made between the righteous and American King James Version). People are soon forgotten after they die. The next set of verses concerns following kingly authorityhuman governmentas a matter of life and death (verses 2-9). 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). 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.". Proud member [7] If you endure chastening, God deals with you as with sons; for what son is he whom the father chastens not? sun, than (n) to eat, and to drink, and to be merry: for that shall He, for his part, had applied his heart to know this wisdom, and to see the business that is done, by the divine Providence, upon the earth, to find out if there were any certain scheme, any constant rule or method, by which the affairs of this lower world were administered, any course of government as sure and steady as the course of nature, so that by what is done now we might as certainly foretel what will be done next as by the moon's changing now we can foretel when it will be at the full; this he would fain have found out. That is all the fruit he has for himself of the pains that he takes in the business of the world; let him therefore take it, and much good may it do him; and let him not deny himself that, out of a peevish discontent because the world does not go as he would have it. Ecclesiastes 8:11. When the Pharaoh of the Exodus saw there was respite, he hardened his heart. Product Identifiers Partner with StudyLight.org as God uses us to make a difference for those displaced by Russia's war on Ukraine. All 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. Solomon's pencil. The wicked will not ultimately be prolonged, yet the righteous will. His rule must be righteous, though this is often not seen 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 Ecclesiastes 3:12; Ecclesiastes 3:22; Ecclesiastes 5:18, the Epicurean Fear of the Lord is to depart from evil. Benson Commentary Ecclesiastes 8:14-15. The beginning of verse 5 says that the person who keeps the kings command will experience nothing harmful. This does not mean nothing bad will ever happen to the person. Though 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: And fear not them which kill the body, but are not able to kill the soul: but rather fear him which is able to destroy both soul and body in hell. The good are soon Blue Letter Bible study tools make reading, searching and studying the Bible easy and rewarding. ECCLESIASTES 8:14, it is best to give a man's self up to eating and No man has any power over the spirit. evil. The sentiment of this verse is a frequent conclusion of the writers personal experience (compare marginal references), and is unfairly charged with Epicureanism. To go from someones presence elsewhere signifies disaffection or disloyalty . He had earlier said unto them, "No man takes My life from Me, I give My life" ( John 10:18 ). Section 5. However, some take visiting the holy place here as having occurred repeatedly during the life of the wicked people now being buried. Ecclesiastes/Song of Solomon - Leaders Guide. As Peter is talking about the second coming of the Lord, he said, "Hey, in the last days there are going to be scoffers that are going to come saying, 'Where is the promise of Jesus coming again? [2.] Solomon in verse 2 says to keep the kings command, not My commandhe being the king. Honor the king. The change of face here also reflects a new face on the problems previously discussed. of "There is no man that hath power, etc." ( Ecclesiastes 8:8 ). because a man hath no better thing under the sun than to Verse 11 explains why evil grows worse and worsebecause justice is not swift. A righteous man has prospered; an unrighteous man has prospered. 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. All this have I seen, and applied my heart to every work that is done under the sun: there is a time wherein one man rules over another to his own hurt. Ecclesiastes 8:15 - Summarized Bible Commentary CONTENTS: Wisdom recommended as an antidote against the temptations and vexations arising from the vanity of the world. Then 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. [24] That which is far off, and exceeding deep, who can find it out? the righteous often suffer, and the wicked prosper. Commentary on Ecclesiastes 8:14-17 (Read Ecclesiastes 8:14-17) Recall that chapter 5 was the first instance of direct exhortations in the booktelling us to be careful in our approach in coming to worship God, the One in whose hands our lives are and who can help us through the present difficulties. It doesn't matter to God that I lie or I steal or whatever because look, I'm blessed. [22] For oftentimes also your own heart knows that you yourself likewise have cursed others. for that shall abide with him of his labor the days of his life, which God gives him under the sun ( Ecclesiastes 8:15 ). Sinners herein deceive themselves. 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. Here he shows, 1. A man's wisdom makes his face shine, And the sternness of his face is changed. 6 He is instead, in great mercy, giving everyone more time to repentand He is letting us see how far we will drift without His intervention. In Solomon's reign the people were very rich, and lived in prosperity, which perhaps made them proud and petulant, and when the taxes were high, though they had enough to pay them with, it is probable that many conducted themselves . And who knoweth the interpretation of a thing? The Targum interprets it of the joy of the law; That's a fatal mistake to make. God puts up with so much. [19] Wisdom strengthens the wise more than ten mighty men which are in the city. We must get ready for sudden evils, and especially for sudden death ( v. 6-8 ). element of thought mingles with the higher fear of God, to which th FOR THAT SHALL ABIDE WITH HIM OF HIS LABOUR _And this shall borrow 2 I counsel thee to keep the king's commandment, and that because of thy oath to God. 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. Koheleth seems to have had a suspicion all the time that his view of life was a low one. We don't have that power. eat, and to What does Ecclesiastes 8:15 mean? ( Ecclesiastes 8:5-7 ). Moreover, rarely has human government been righteous. sun, than to eat, and to drink, and to be merry._ The wicked go unpunished and, even when they are dead and buried, people still praise them for their achievements in life (9-10). Yet this is with the realization that God loves us and wants the best for us. Ecclesiastes 8:15 Parallel Verses [ See commentary ] Ecclesiastes 8:15, NIV: So I commend the enjoyment of life, because there is nothing better for a person under the sun than to eat and drink and be glad.Then joy will accompany them in their toil all the days of the life God has given them under the sun. [6] For whom the Lord loves he chastens, and whips every son whom he receives. Of course, it is true that human government has been established by God as a check against total lawlessness, as the apostle Paul explains in Romans 13. Who knows anything? But this wording requires a text emendation. 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. $15.99 As low as $8.00. Commentary, explanation and study verse by verse. And thus, they give their hearts over to evil because they think that God is too remote to care. Be not hasty to go out of his sight: stand not in an evil thing; for he doeth whatsoever pleaseth him. 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. No power in death. People should not despair over these problems, but rather enjoy whatever God has given them in life (15). It's emptiness. No! 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. Weve seen that what we might assume to be for the best or worst is not necessarily so (6:17:15) and that all bear part in the worlds problemswith no one being innocent and deserving a trouble-free life (Ecclesiastes 7:16-29 Ecclesiastes 7:16-29 [16] Be not righteous over much; neither make yourself over wise: why should you destroy yourself ? 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. Qoheleth was the great believer! No man hath power over the spirit That is, over the soul of man; to retain the spirit To keep it in the body beyond the time which God hath allotted to it. That all of the talk of the rapture of the church and the return of Jesus Christ is just piped dreams, a misinterpretation of scriptures. DEATH OF THE WICKED. He maintains his patience, moreover, in spite of the moral burdens he carries that might otherwise cause him to act impetuously (v. 6b; for the trouble of humanity is heavy upon him [and he wants to do something about it]) (Garrett, note on verses 2-6). That shall abide with him during the days of his life which God gives him under the sun. 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 had power over His Spirit to dismiss it. counsels obedience to the powers that be_,_ and submission to the It doesn't matter to God that I'm living an immoral life, because look at all that I have." Therefore men fear him ([Job] 37:22-24) (note on 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). 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:) 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 labor to seek it out, yet he shall not find it; yea farther; though a wise man think to know it, yet shall he not be able to find it ( Ecclesiastes 8:16-17 ). Love the brotherhood. Where the word of the king is, there is power: and who may say unto him, What are you doing? i. Some think Solomon speaks of himself, that he was so eager in prosecuting this great enquiry that he could not sleep for thinking of it. experience of a THEN I COMMENDED MIRTH,. Innocent mirth, a cheerfulness of spirit Things happen to both good and evil men. That improves our situation in life and keeps us from ways that would make things worse for ourselves. Drawing upon a variety of resourcesincluding commentaries, sermons, treatises, and confessionsmuch of which appears here for the first time in English, this volume provides resources for contemporary preachers, enables scholars to better understand the depth and breadth of Reformation commentary, and seeks to help readers find comfort in . THE FOLLOWING COMMENTARY COVERS CHAPTER S 1 THROUGH 12. . God's ways are above ours, nor is he tied to his own former ways, but his judgments are a great deep. Ecclesiastes 1:15:: King James Version (KJV) Ecclesiastes 1:15 - That which is crooked H5791 cannot H3201 be made straight: H8626 and that which is wanting H2642 cannot H3201 be numbered. We must keep in due subjection to the government God has set over us (v. 2-5). 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. It's going to be well with the man who has departed from evil. Mirth therefore, and a contented enjoyment of God's gifts, preferable to immoderate care and search, Ecclesiastes 8:15. 3. Ecclesiastes 8:8. This equal mind, expressing itself in a grave dignified bearing, is, with them, well-nigh indispensable to success in, public life. 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. There is no use in repining or rebelling; _true wisdom But if they find the kings command unreasonable, wisdom will show them a way out. he asks. Then I commended mirth He's very patient. [3] Be not hasty to go out of his sight: stand not in an evil thing; for he does whatever pleases him. of the greatest virtue and merit: or, by God's providence, who s "SO. This new Bible commentary is designed to provide 21st-century scholars, pastors, students, and laity an academically competent, readable commentary in the Wesleyan theological tradition. Then I commended mirth These are some more of the cavils of the infidel objector: "Since virtue is frequently under oppression, and vice triumphs in health, and rolls in wealth, I see plainly that we should not trouble ourselves about future things; and therefore should be governed by the maxim EDE, BIBE, LUDE. these men against divine Providence, and the inferences they dra Because sentence against an evil work is not executed speedily, their present condition and circumstances, and be cheerful and Be not hasty to go out of his sight: stand not in an evil thing; for he does whatever pleases him. Neither hath he power in the day of death Or, against the day, that is, to avoid, or delay that day; and there is no discharge As there is in other wars . 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. 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. 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. Ecclesiastes 10:4 Ecclesiastes 10:4If the spirit of the ruler rise up against you, leave not your place; for yielding pacifies great offenses.American King James Version) and against persistence in any disloyalty (Eaton, Tyndale Old Testament Commentaries, note on Ecclesiastes 8:2-3 Ecclesiastes 8:2-3 [2] I counsel you to keep the king's commandment, and that in regard of the oath of God. Viewed by itself, and apart from its conte ECCLESIASTESNOTE ON ECCLESIASTES 8:14 It is a puzzling VANITY that When on the cross, it said, "He bowed his head and dismissed His Spirit" ( John 19:30 ). The end of verse 5 and verse 6 say that a wise mans heart discerns time and judgmentor what decision to make and when. ASV Yet His intervention and judgment will ultimately come. 1. As has been pointed out before, some take a low view of the refrain. therefore the heart of the sons of men is fully set in them to do forgotten, the wicked enjoy honour and long life; the best thing a man SUN EXCEPT TO EAT AND TO DRINK AND TO BE MERRY, AND THIS WILL STAND BY American King James Version). That's the sum of life for you, so you might as well live it up because you're going to be burning after a while. HIM IN HIS TOILS THROUGHOUT THE DAYS OF HIS LIFE WHICH GOD HA 14-17 Faith alone can establish the heart in this mixed scene, where 2. Hey, it's great to be merry because a man has no better thing under the sun. The beginning of verse 8 says that no one can retain the spirit in the day of death. 39.). So I know that in the long run that life is the best. 196-197). But it is tragic when people misinterpret God's patience and God's kindness. (see NOTE TO PROVERBS below) It is the So I commended pleasure, for there is nothing good for a man under the sun except to eat and to drink and to be merry, and this will stand by him in his toils throughout the days of his life which God has given him under the sun. yet surely I know that it shall be well with them that fear God, which fear before him ( Ecclesiastes 8:12 ): Now, in the end the best life is the life of fearing God, walking with God. He believed, even when there was no evidence for believing! (quoted on p. 135). of it; this the wise man praised and recommended to good men, as [8] But if you be without chastisement, whereof all are partakers, then are you bastards, and not sons. 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. Please enter your email address associated with your Salem All-Pass account, then click Continue. They will wait for a suitable opportunity to act, then act in such a way that, though they do not disobey the king, neither do they sin against their conscience (2-5).Despite the compromise he recommends, the writer knows that people remain uneasy about the outcome and about the future in general. this he may expect to have and continue with him as long as he 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. God's judgment will come, and thus, I surely know it will be well with those that fear God. But the person who fears God knows that God is always near. Beyond Today Bible Commentary: Ecclesiastes. THE PROBLEM OF THE A man cannot find out the work of God though you search it out. The king stands as the authority. Wisdom helps people see the underlying meaning of things and teaches them that to act with pleasantness is better than to act with harshness (8:1). And people begin to misinterpret God's grace and God's long suffering as God's approbation for their actions and for their lives. Let us be ever thankful for the days of our lives. The Tyndale commentary notes: To his hurt (Heb[rew]) is not to his own hurt (AV [Authorized or KJV]) but to the hurt of the one under the abuser of power (note on verse 9). Verse 15. 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. Ecclesiastes 2:14; 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). 3 Be not hasty to go out of his sight. That is a tragic, fatal mistake of misinterpreting God's grace and God's goodness to you. righteous men to whom it happens ac Then I commended mirth, because a man hath no better thing under the life was a low one. Therefore, consider ye actually this time as God's patience in order that men might be saved. We must get ready for sudden evils, and especially for sudden death (v. 6-8). Nay, [3.] This present life must be reckoned by days; this life is given us, and the days of it are allotted to us, by the counsel of God, and therefore while it does last we must accommodate ourselves to the will of God and study to answer the ends of life. Honor all men. . Send inquiries regarding the operation of this Web site to webmaster@ucg.org. No man has any power over the spirit. There is a serenity that comes with things starting to make senseand with trusting that God knows whatHes doing when things still dont. You see, the real delay in the return of Jesus Christ is just God's unwillingness that men should perish. Notice that the Preacher is giving us a God-centered perspective and that in verse 15 he is talking about the days of our life as a gift from God. 3. American King James Version; and read all of this psalm). _ 1. Verse 15. which God giveth him under the sun; 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 and raiment, and with this he should be content. 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. Same kind of experiences to both. Our present life is a life under the sun, but we look for the life of the world to come, which will commence and continue when the sun shall be turned into darkness and shine no more. 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. let us eat and drink; for to morrow we die.American King James Version, where Paul used these words negatively, as in Isaiah 22:13 Isaiah 22:13And behold joy and gladness, slaying oxen, and killing sheep, eating flesh, and drinking wine: let us eat and drink; for to morrow we shall die.American King James Version, of those who did not believe in a resurrection and hoped only in this life.] 1. IV. pleasures; but it is the good and wholesome advice of the wise The future is so uncertain. 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