Ecclesiastes 9:16
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for Ecclesiastes 9:16 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
Ecclesiastes 9:16 is a verse from the book of Ecclesiastes in the Old Testament. The KJV reads: "Then said I, Wisdom is better than strength: nevertheless the poor man's wisdom is despised, and his words are not heard..." Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
Ecclesiastes 9:16 — KJV
“Then said I, Wisdom is better than strength: nevertheless the poor man's wisdom is despised, and his words are not heard.”
— Ecclesiastes 9:16 (KJV)
Ecclesiastes 9:16 in Context — About the Book of Ecclesiastes
Ecclesiastes is the Bible's most unflinching look at life under the sun — wealth, pleasure, work, and wisdom all tested and found fleeting. Its honesty disarms cynics, then lands on bedrock: fear God, keep His commands, and receive each ordinary day as His gift.
Cross-References for Ecclesiastes 9:16
“Wisdom strengtheneth the wise more than ten mighty men which are in the city.”
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“And if thy brother be waxen poor, and fallen in decay with thee; then thou shalt relieve him: yea, though he be a stranger, or a sojourner; that he may live with thee. fallen...: Heb. his hand faileth relieve: Heb. strengthen”
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“But if he be poorer than thy estimation, then he shall present himself before the priest, and the priest shall value him; according to his ability that vowed shall the priest value him.”
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“Then said Elkanah her husband to her, Hannah, why weepest thou? and why eatest thou not? and why is thy heart grieved? am not I better to thee than ten sons?”
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“And Jonathan Saul's son arose, and went to David into the wood, and strengthened his hand in God.”
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