Ecclesiastes 5:10

“He that loveth silver shall not be satisfied with silver; nor he that loveth abundance with increase: this is also vanity.”

"He that loveth silver shall not be satisfied with silver; nor he that loveth abundance with increase: this is also vanity." - Ecclesiastes 5:10
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What does Ecclesiastes 5:10 mean?

Ecclesiastes 5:10 in the King James Version of the Bible reads, "He that loveth silver shall not be satisfied with silver; nor he that loveth abundance with increase: this is also vanity." This verse is part of the book of Ecclesiastes, which is attributed to King Solomon and is…

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The Vanity of Silver: Finding True Satisfaction in Christ

As we journey through life, we are often entangled by the desires and fleeting pleasures of this world, particularly the allure of wealth and possessions. The biblical wisdom found in Ecclesiastes 5:10 states, "He that loveth silver shall not be satisfied with silver; nor he…

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A Prayer for Contentment and Wisdom

Heavenly Father, We come before You today, humbled by Your greatness and aware of our own shortcomings. As we meditate on the truths found in Ecclesiastes 5:10, which declares, "He that loveth silver shall not be satisfied with silver; nor he that loveth abundance with increase…

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