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Ecclesiastes 8:1 — Meaning and Application

King James Version

“Who {is} as the wise {man}? and who knoweth the interpretation of a thing? a man's wisdom maketh his face to shine, and the boldness of his face shall be changed. {the boldness: Heb. the strength}”

Ecclesiastes 8:1

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Understanding the surrounding verses prevents misinterpretation:

1

Who {is} as the wise {man}? and who knoweth the interpretation of a thing? a man's wisdom maketh his face to shine, and the boldness of his face shall be changed. {the boldness: Heb. the strength}

2

I {counsel thee} to keep the king's commandment, and {that} in regard of the oath of God.

3

Be not hasty to go out of his sight: stand not in an evil thing; for he doeth whatsoever pleaseth him.

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