Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Ecclesiastes 9:10 Cross-References
Explore 20 cross-references for Ecclesiastes 9:10 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Ecclesiastes chapter 9 verse 10 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“Whatsoever thy hand findeth to do, do it with thy might; for there is no work, nor device, nor knowledge, nor wisdom, in the grave, whither thou goest.”
Ecclesiastes 9:10 (KJV)
Commentary on Ecclesiastes 9:10
The Preacher urges action: 'Whatsoever thy hand findeth to do, do it with thy might; for there is no work, nor device, nor knowledge, nor wisdom, in the grave, whither thou goest.' The imperative 'do it with thy might' (be-kol kochakha aseyhu, בְּכָל־כֹּחֲךָ עֲשֵׂהוּ) calls for wholehearted effort while opportunity exists. The rationale: death ends earthly activity—'no work... in the grave' (Sheol, שְׁאוֹל). This verse doesn't contradict earlier observations about vanity but urges diligence despite life's brevity. The combination of realism (life is short, death is certain) and activism (there...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Ecclesiastes 9:10
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“work heartily”
“because the days are evil.”
“Not slothful in business; fervent in spirit; serving the Lord;”
“who shall give you thanks?”
“and in the evening don't withhold your hand; for you don't know which will prosper”
“but one receives the prize? Run like that”
“And thus did Hezekiah throughout all Judah”
“and find me”
“but the dead don't know anything”
“and his righteousness; and all these things will be given to you as well.”