Ecclesiastes chapter 11 discussion comments on the disadvantages of too much caution. In this and the following chapter, we find the conclusion of the author, whom we believe to have been solomon. The word comes from greek ekklesiastes, to render hebrew qoheleth one who addresses an assembly, from qahal assembly. The summary of this book comes in the very last chapter. This is added to prevent an objection, and to quicken us to the duty enjoyned. Verse 4, however, comments on the disadvantages of too much caution. David guzik commentary on ecclesiastes 11, which encourages us to look beyond what can be seen, and to move towards real wisdom. In this and the following chapter, we find the conclusion of the author, whom we. Baruch korman presents a detailed analysis, interpretation and understanding from the book of ecclesiastes chapter 11. The author of ecclesiastes, the teacher, is a sage who has lived long and has grown weary of lifes vicissitudes. As the book winds to an end, solomon pulls all the themes and threads together about how to live a meaningful life by making the most of the season you are in. And in this chapter, the preacher in the first six verses gives us some good sound financial. Give a serving to seven, and also to eight, for you do not know what evil will be on the earth.
This chapter marks a decisive change in the book in that it not only becomes much more positive than it has been preceding this, but it also becomes more exhortive. Longman in this commentary on ecclesiastes attempts to give a different perspective on the book of ecclesiastes. Commentary on ecclesiastes 1112 wisdom from the preacher. The holy bible ecclesiastes chapter 11 king james version. There is nothing else in the book according with such advice. And let your heart cheer you in the days of your youth. Ecclesiastes, like much of life, represents a journey from one point to another. A pressing exhortation to works of charity and bounty to. Commentary on ecclesiastes 1112 wisdom from the preacher february 26, 2016 bill pratt leave a comment.
The book of ecclesiastes the new international commentary. Ecclesiastes 11 cast your bread upon the waters, for you. But only the creator knows the mystery of the work of god v. In the book of proverbs, solomon went into great detail about the conduct of a young man. Ecclesiastes 11 commentary matthew henry commentary on the. Verses 16 solomon had often, in this book, pressed it upon rich people to take the. Commentary critical and explanatory on the whole bible. Ecclesiastes 11 commentary matthew henry commentary on. In verses 12, solomon is recommending that the reader spread out her investments over 7 or even 8 different areas.
Cast your bread upon the waters, for you will find it after many days. Instead of trying to figure out who the author is, longman understands the book as dialogues of two different people. Ecclesiastes 11 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary, by the leading authority in the church of christ, presents a verse level look at the bible. The title of the book comes from the greek word for preacher or teacher. Comments on the book of ecclesiastes chapter 8 from the king james bible online.
Book of ecclesiastes traditionally ascribed to solomon. The preacher is now calling on the people who are listening to his dissertation to make. The lxx used the greek term ekklesiastes for its title. I returned and saw this may have some respect to the foregoing verse. Life is like a needle, and this section is about threading it. Book of ecclesiastes overview insight for living ministries. View ecclesiastes 11 in the note window xhortation to liberality. But other passages cause people to think that the author is not actually king solomon. Resources matthew henrys commentary ecclesiastes chapter 3 verses 1115 verses 1115 we have seen what changes there are in the world, and must not expect to find the world more sure to us than it has been to others.
The book of ecclesiastes provides a stark example of how relevant the old testament can be in todays world. List other passages where the book refers to labor, work, or that which is profitable. The book of ecclesiastes is usually called skeptical wisdom or dissenting wisdom. Foxs 2004 interpretation of ecclesiastes reflects this achievement.
Explain the meaning of the name ecclesiastes hebrew qoheleth. The years of ones youth, from adolescence to early adulthood, are specifically a time of lifeimpacting c. Now, we move on to chapter 11 for our ecclesiastes 11 commentary. His book has an extensive introduction of close to 30 pages in which he discusses eleven subjects, such as the authorship of the book, dating, and its worldview and teachings. Ecclesiastes 11 bible commentary matthew henry concise. Ecclesiastes free bible commentary in easy english. Next chapter of ecclesiastes the book of ecclesiastes, chapter 11 we hope that you find the content of the book of ecclesiastes, chapter 11 from the douay rheims version of the catholic bible helpful to your bible studies and for references which allow you to read the books and individual verses of this chapter. A pressing exhortation to works of charity and bounty to the poor, as the best cure of the vanity which our worldly riches are subject to and the only way of making them turn to a substantial good account. In the last chapter, the words of the preacher are evaluated by the author. As in the lords prayer, all things needful for the body and soul. He says that the words of the ecclesiastes are like goads, and like nails firmly fixed are the collected sayings.
King solomon was famous because of his wisdom 1 kings 4. The zondervan niv study bible likewise says that ecclesiastes 11. The book of ecclesiastes john macarthur title the english title, ecclesiastes, comes from the greek and latin translations of solomons book. Verses 1115 matthew henrys commentary bible gateway. Ecclesiastes 11, new king james version nkjv the bible app. Ecclesiastes 11 commentary spurgeons verse expositions of the.
Ecclesiastes 10 dead flies make the perfumers ointment. Apr 27, 2019 the book of ecclesiastes provides a stark example of how relevant the old testament can be in todays world. Ecclesiastes 11 bible commentary wesleys explanatory notes. If youve ever read the book of ecclesiastes youre probably aware of the contents of this last chapter.
Chapter 11, verses 16, give financial and investment advice. What is the significance of the expression under the sun in this book. A pressing exhortation to works of charity and bounty to the poor, as the best cure of the vanity which our worldly riches are subject to and the only way of making them turn to a substantial good account, ecclesiastes 11. The waters freely and liberally bestow it upon the waters. King solomon goes through a list of things he tried in seeking fulfillment. Various expressions in ecclesiastes would indicate that solomon wrote the book only in old age ecclesiastes 1. The same commentary says that the strategy presented here against the. It seems to be clear, especially in ecclesiastes chapter 2, that the author is teaching lessons from solomons life.
Of making u many books there is no end, and v much study is a weariness of the flesh. It is a conclusive denial of the hopelessness of earlier sayings in the book. The book of ecclesiastes doesnt seem to have much of a pattern to it. Assignments on ecclesiastes 1 please read the book of ecclesiastes and answer the following questions on chapter 1. His end of the matter after all has been heard is this, fear god and keep his commandments, for this is the. Ecclesiastes 11 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available. Ecclesiastes chapter 11 explained discover the 66 books. The first seven chapters of the book illustrate all of the worldly things under the sun that the preacher tries to find satisfaction in. Give freely, though it may seem thrown away and lost. What does god teach us in the book of ecclesiastes. Audio recordings are protected by unless explicitly indicated otherwise. Ecclesiastes 11 commentary meaning explaining the book. Ecclesiastes 12 meaning commentary summary explaining the book.
Ecclesiastes chapter 11 discussion king james version. The book of ecclesiastes, chapter 11 catholic bible. The narrator is using a speech from the wiseman qoheleth to teach something. Study the bible online using commentary on ecclesiastes 11 and more. Who is the preacher whose words are contained in this book 1. And in this chapter, the preacher in the first six verses gives us some good sound financial advice. And the advice is given in light of the unpredictability of life business advice 11. Ecclesiastes, song of songs new american commentary. Remember that the term qoheleth means the lecturer or the preacher. Ecclesiastes 11 commentary commentary critical and. Ecclesiastes 11, english standard version 2016 esv the. Ecclesiastes 12 meaning commentary summary before we start studying ecclesiastes 12 meaning i want to deal with a few matters before we get into the text. Ecclesiastes chapter 8 comments king james version. When we walk contrary to gods ways and walk in our own ways, when we look back we can have sorrow of heart and regret the way we took.
Ecclesiastes 11 nabre chapter 11 send forth your bread. Study ecclesiastes 11 using wesleys explanatory notes to better understand scripture with full outline and verse meaning. The years of ones youth, from adolescence to early adulthood, are specifically a. Of the spiritual harvest from the good seed of the gospel and works of mercy. Chapters 812 of ecclesiastes describe the preachers recommendations and comments on how a life should be lived. Solomon articulated his starting point early in the book. The book of ecclesiastes, chapter 11 king james bible. The first half of the book describes the preachers investigations into wisdom and folly and madness and how he found that most things boiled down to vanitythey were empty, without purpose or lasting reality. These words are thus meant to point us into the right direction. Enduring word bible commentary ecclesiastes chapter 11. The book of ecclesiastes chapter nine objectives in studying this chapter 1 to reflect upon the inevitability of death, and the uncertainty of life 2 to consider how time and chance happens to all 3 to appreciate the importance of a joyful, diligent life, and heeding the words of the wise summary the preacher continues to share counsel. Ecclesiastes is mainly composed of observations of life. It means preacher, derived from the word ekklesia, translated assembly or congregation in the nt. Matthew henry commentary on ecclesiastes chapter 11.