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A man's _________ maketh his _______ to shine.
wisdom, face
The _______ of his face shall be _________.
boldness, changed
According to verse 2 what does the writer counsel to keep?
The King's commandment and oath of God
Be not hasty to go out of what?
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________ not in an _____ thing.
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Finish the statement, 'Where the word of a king is,......
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Whoso keepeth the _______ shall feel no ____ thing.
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What 2 things does a wise man's heart discern?
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Why is the misery of man great upon him?
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For man knows not what?
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Finish the statement, 'For who can tell him?
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No man that hath ______ over the ______ to retain the _______.
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Man has no power in what?
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There is no _______ in that war.
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This shall not deliver those that are given to it.
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There is a time wherein one man ruleth over another to his what?
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From where had the wicked come and gone?
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According to v10, describe what the writer saw.
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Why is the heart of the sons of men fully set in them to do evil?
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Though a _______ do evil an _______ times, and his ______ be prolonged.
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Who shall it be well with?
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It shall not be well with who?
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The days of the wicked are described as what?
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Why are the days of the wicked not prolonged?
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Unto whom did it happen according to the work of the wicked?
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Unto whom did it happen according to the work of the righteous?
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Man hath no better thing under the sun, than to ____ and to _____, and to be ______.
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Study Notes
Key Concepts in Ecclesiastes 8
- Wisdom enhances a man's presence, illuminating his face.
- The boldness of an individual can be transformed.
- Counsel promotes adherence to a king's commands and respect for divine oaths.
- Maintain proximity to authority; do not hastily leave the presence of the ruler.
- Stand firm against wrongdoing and evil actions.
- The authority of a king holds significant power.
- Observance of commandments leads to freedom from harm.
- A wise individual discerns the appropriate timing and judgment for actions.
- Human suffering is amplified by the understanding that every purpose has its designated time.
- Uncertainty surrounds future events; no one can predict what will occur.
- Questions arise about the timing and nature of future events.
- Power over the spirit cannot be retained, emphasizing human limitations.
- Mortality renders humans powerless, especially regarding death.
- In conflict, there is no escape from responsibilities.
- Wickedness offers no salvation for those who are consumed by it.
- Authority can sometimes lead to personal detriment.
- Observations reveal that the wicked may experience short-lived success but will ultimately face consequences.
- The absence of swift justice breeds a propensity for evil among individuals.
- The wicked may engage in wrongdoing for an extended time, yet will face their fate.
- Those who hold reverence for God are assured well-being.
- The wicked will not experience favorable outcomes or long-lasting peace.
- The fleeting nature of the wicked's life is compared to a shadow.
- The days of the wicked are cut short due to their lack of fear for God.
- Just individuals may suffer as an outcome of the wicked's actions.
- Conversely, the wicked may experience the repercussions of the righteous' actions.
- Seeking enjoyment in life through eating, drinking, and rejoicing is encouraged as a good practice under the sun.
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