Ecclesiastes 11:1

"Ecclesiastes."

Key Reflection

The opening line of Ecclesiastes, "To everything there is a season," sets a reflective tone, inviting readers to consider the appropriate timing in life's activities. This verse foreshadows the book’s exploration of the meaning and purpose behind various human endeavors within their respective seasons or contexts.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

The verse means: “Show hospitality, even though the corresponding return of hospitality to you may seem improbable; nevertheless, be hospitable in faith.” CompareLuke 14:13-14;Hebrews 13:2. Some interpreters (not unreasonably) understand by “bread” the seed from the produce of which bread is made. Seed cast upon the fertile soil flooded by the early rains would be returned to the sower in autumn with large increase.

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