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Ecclesiastes 5:1 Cross-References
Explore 20 cross-references for Ecclesiastes 5:1 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Ecclesiastes chapter 5 verse 1 to related passages throughout the Bible.
Fear God and Keep Your Vows
“Keep thy foot when thou goest to the house of God, and be more ready to hear, than to give the sacrifice of fools: for they consider not that they do evil.”
Ecclesiastes 5:1 (KJV)
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Commentary on Ecclesiastes 5:1
This verse introduces the theme of approaching God with reverence and caution: 'Keep thy foot when thou goest to the house of God, and be more ready to hear, than to give the sacrifice of fools: for they consider not that they do evil.' The phrase 'keep thy foot' (Hebrew 'shmor raglekha,' שְׁמֹר רַגְלֶךָ) means watch your step, be careful—approaching God requires mindful intentionality, not careless routine. 'The house of God' refers to the Temple (in Solomon's era) or synagogue worship. The command prioritizes hearing over sacrificing, echoing Samuel's declaration: 'to obey is better than sac...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Ecclesiastes 5:1
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“then”
“receiving a Kingdom that can't be shaken”
“but the prayer of the upright is his delight.”
“all deceit”
“who has required this at your hand”
“I will not reprove thee for thy sacrifices or thy burnt offerings”
“when he brings it with a wicked mind!”
“to be feared above all those who are around him?”
“Take your shoes off of your feet; for the place on which you stand is holy. Joshua did so.”
“Don't come close. Take your sandals off of your feet, for the place you are standing on is holy ground.”