Ecclesiastes 10

Commentary

Ecclesiastes 10 is a chapter that speaks to the importance of wisdom and the consequences of foolishness. The author begins by noting that a little folly can ruin a great reputation, and that a wise man's heart can discern both time and judgment. He then goes on to explain that a wise man's heart will guide his mouth and his lips will preserve him from trouble. The author then speaks of the consequences of foolishness. He notes that a fool's heart is in his mouth, and that his lips will bring him into trouble. He also notes that a fool's words will bring him into a snare, and that he will be taken in the calamity of his own lips. The author then speaks of the importance of wisdom. He notes that wisdom is better than weapons of war, and that one wise man can put a thousand to flight. He also notes that wisdom is better than strength, and that it is better to have wisdom than to have power. The author then speaks of the importance of diligence. He notes that a slack hand causes poverty, and that diligence brings wealth. He also notes that a wise man's eyes are in his head, and that he will not wander about in darkness. Finally, the author speaks of the importance of humility. He notes that a wise man's heart will humble himself before the Lord, and that he will not exalt himself in the presence of the great. In conclusion, Ecclesiastes 10 speaks to the importance of wisdom, the consequences of foolishness, the importance of diligence, and the importance of humility. It is a reminder that wisdom is better than strength, and that humility is better than pride.