King James Version
What Does Ecclesiastes 7:5 Mean?
“It is better to hear the rebuke of the wise, than for a man to hear the song of fools.”
Context
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Sorrow is better than laughter: for by the sadness of the countenance the heart is made better. Sorrow: or, Anger
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The heart of the wise is in the house of mourning; but the heart of fools is in the house of mirth.
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It is better to hear the rebuke of the wise, than for a man to hear the song of fools.
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For as the crackling of thorns under a pot, so is the laughter of the fool: this also is vanity. crackling: Heb. sound
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Surely oppression maketh a wise man mad; and a gift destroyeth the heart.
Commentary
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary**24. spareth--**or, "withholds."
**rod--**of correction.
**hateth--**or, acts as if he hated him (compare Pr 3:12; 8:36).
**chasteneth ... betimes--**or, "diligently seeks for him all useful discipline."
Robert Jamieson, A.R. Fausset, David Brown. Public Domain.
Historical Context
This verse is found in the book of Ecclesiastes. Understanding the historical and cultural background helps illuminate its meaning for the original audience and for us today.
Theological Significance
Ecclesiastes 7:5 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.
Cross-References
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