Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Ecclesiastes 12:9 Cross-References
Explore 6 cross-references for Ecclesiastes 12:9 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Ecclesiastes chapter 12 verse 9 to related passages throughout the Bible.
The Conclusion of the Matter
“And moreover, because the preacher was wise, he still taught the people knowledge; yea, he gave good heed, and sought out, and set in order many proverbs. moreover: or, the more wise the preacher was, etc”
Ecclesiastes 12:9 (KJV)
Historical Context for Ecclesiastes 12:9
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Commentary on Ecclesiastes 12:9
And moreover, because the preacher was wise—after pronouncing 'all is vanity' (v. 8), the text shifts to third-person description of the Preacher (Qoheleth). The Hebrew yoter (יֹתֵר, moreover/besides) introduces additional information about the author. He still taught the people knowledge—despite life's frustrations and vanity, the wise Preacher fulfilled his calling to educate others. The verb limad (לִמַּד, taught) indicates systematic instruction. The phrase yea, he gave good heed (אִזֵּן, listened/pondered carefully) shows the Preacher didn't speak carelessly but weighed matters thoughtful...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Ecclesiastes 12:9
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“And he spake three thousand proverbs: and his songs were a thousand and five.”
“which the men of Hezekiah king of Judah copied out.”
“the son of David”
“happy are these your servants”
“The proverbs of Solomon. A wise son maketh a glad father: but a foolish son is the heaviness of his mother.”
“Yahweh has said that he would dwell in the thick darkness.”