Ecclesiastes 6:12

"For there are many words that create vanity. What does that profit man?"

Key Reflection

Ecclesiastes 6:12 highlights that empty, vain speech has no lasting value or benefit for humanity. These words fail to provide genuine meaning or fulfillment, teaching us to seek substance over superficiality in our communications and pursuits.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

After him -i. e., On earth, in his own present sphere of action, after his departure hence (compareEcclesiastes 2:19;Ecclesiastes 3:22).

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