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Ecclesiastes 8:11 Cross-References
Explore 13 cross-references for Ecclesiastes 8:11 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Ecclesiastes chapter 8 verse 11 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“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 (KJV)
Commentary on Ecclesiastes 8:11
Because sentence against an evil work is not executed speedily—the Hebrew 'pitgam' (פִּתְגָם, sentence) refers to judicial verdict, while 'maher' (מַהֵר, speedily) means quickly or promptly. God's judgment often delays, creating a gap between sin and consequence. This divine forbearance, intended to produce repentance (Romans 2:4), paradoxically emboldens sinners.The heart of the sons of men is fully set in them to do evil—the phrase 'male libam bahem' (מָלֵא לִבָּם בָּהֶם, fully set) indicates complete resolve and determination. Delayed judgment doesn't produce grateful repentance but presump...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Ecclesiastes 8:11
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“yet he will not learn righteousness. In the land of uprightness he will deal wrongfully”
“and I kept silent. You thought that the I was just like you. I will rebuke you”
“forbearance”
“that in the last days mockers will come”
“and eat and drink with the drunkards”
“I shall not be shaken. For generations I shall have no trouble.”
“and he has settled on his lees”
“They send forth their little ones like a flock”
“he hardened his heart”
“and wickedness as with cart rope;”