Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Ecclesiastes 1:15 Cross-References
Explore 8 cross-references for Ecclesiastes 1:15 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Ecclesiastes chapter 1 verse 15 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“That which is crooked cannot be made straight: and that which is wanting cannot be numbered. that which is wanting: Heb. defect”
Ecclesiastes 1:15 (KJV)
Commentary on Ecclesiastes 1:15
This verse captures the sobering reality of humanity's limitations and the fallen world's brokenness. The Hebrew word for 'crooked' (me'uwwath, מְעֻוָּת) describes something twisted, perverted, or distorted—morally and physically. The parallel term 'wanting' (chesrown, חֶסְרוֹן) means deficiency or lack. Together, these terms paint a picture of irreversible damage and insurmountable deficiency. The Preacher (Qoheleth) uses this observation to highlight a fundamental limitation of human wisdom and effort. No amount of human ingenuity can reverse certain consequences of the fall or fill certain ...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Ecclesiastes 1:15
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“even as money is a defense; but the excellency of knowledge is that wisdom preserves the life of him who has it.”
“and every mountain and hill shall be made low. The uneven shall be made level”
“it shall be forever. Nothing can be added to it”
“who then can condemn? When he hides his face”
“And that he would shew thee the secrets of wisdom”
“and it comes to pass”
“and among the inhabitants of the earth; and none can stay his hand”