Ecclesiastes 4:6
“Better is an handful with quietness, than both the hands full with travail and vexation of spirit.”
What does Ecclesiastes 4:6 mean?
Ecclesiastes 4:6 from the King James Version of the Bible reads, "Better is an handful with quietness, than both the hands full with travail and vexation of spirit." This verse is part of the wisdom literature in the Old Testament and is attributed to King Solomon, who is…
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In a world that constantly urges us to strive for more — more possessions, more achievements, more recognition — the words of Ecclesiastes 4:6 stand as a serene counterbalance to human ambition. The verse states, "Better is an handful with quietness, than both the hands full…
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O Lord Almighty, Source of all wisdom and peace, we come before You with humble hearts, seeking Your guidance and grace. Your Word reminds us in Ecclesiastes 4:6, "Better is an handful with quietness, than both the hands full with travail and vexation of spirit." In this truth…
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